CVE-2008-0473

Public Exploit

Description

RTE_popup_save_file.asp in Web Wiz Rich Text Editor 4.0 allows remote attackers to upload (1) .html and (2) .htm files via unspecified vectors.

Category

6.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 7.71% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory securityreason.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486868/100/0/threaded mailing list
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4971 exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27419 vdb entry
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3584 third party advisory
http://www.bugreport.ir/?/31 exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27420 vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019267 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0473?
CVE-2008-0473 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2008-0473?
To fix CVE-2008-0473, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2008-0473 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2008-0473 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~8% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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