CVE-2006-3938: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-3938: DotClear allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request for (1) edit_cat.php,...

DotClear allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request for (1) edit_cat.php, (2) index.php, (3) edit_link.php in ecrire/tools/blogroll/; (4) syslog/index.php, (5) thememng/index.php, (6) toolsmng/index.php, (7) utf8convert/index.php in /ecrire/tools/; (8) /ecrire/inc/connexion.php and (9) /inc/session.php; (10) class.blog.php, (11) class.blogcomment.php, (12) and class.blogpost.php in /inc/classes/; (13) append.php, (14) class.xblog.php, (15) class.xblogcomment.php, and (16) class.xblogpost.php in /layout/; (17) form.php, (18) list.php, (19) post.php, or (20) template.php in /themes/default/, which reveal the installation path in error messages.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 18:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes DotClear exposing its server installation path when certain PHP files are requested directly. That information can help an attacker map the application environment, but the source bundle does not show direct data theft, code execution, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy DotClear deployments where the listed files are reachable from the public web and production error messages reveal filesystem paths. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue, not an emergency. Fix exposed old DotClear sites during normal vulnerability management, with higher priority if the site is internet-facing or already under scrutiny. Mitigation focus: Check DotClear vendor guidance for affected versions and fixes.; Inventory public DotClear instances, especially old or unsupported deployments.; Ensure production error display does not reveal filesystem paths..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 11:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 31, 2006, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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dotclear-multiple-path-disclosure(27913)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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