ColdFusion sample program can allow remote users to read any file |
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Risk Level: | Medium | Check or Attack Name: ColdFusionFileRead |
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Platforms: | Cold Fusion | |
Description: | The ColdFusion sample program "sourcewindow.cfm" contains a vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to read any file on the system. |
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Remedy: | Upgrade to ColdFusion 4.0 once it becomes available. It is recommended users remove the "sourcewindow.cfm" program from all production servers. |
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References: | Allaire Security Bulletin ASB99-02, ColdFusion 4.0 Example Applications and Sample Code Exposes Servers, http://www.allaire.com/handlers/index.cfm?ID=8739&Method=Full |
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