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CVE-2008-5560: PostEcards stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows r...

PostEcards stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file via a direct request for postcards.mdb.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

PostEcards may expose its database file because sensitive data is stored under the public web root without adequate access control. If an organization still runs this application, an unauthenticated remote party could obtain data from the database file. Exposure is likely limited to legacy PostEcards deployments that still place postcards.mdb under a web-accessible directory. Asset discovery should focus on public web roots and archived or forgotten e-card applications. Prioritize quickly if PostEcards is internet-facing or handles customer data. The main business risk is silent data exposure from a legacy web application, not system takeover based on the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Remove postcards.mdb from any web-accessible directory.; Restrict web server access to database file extensions.; Check vendor or archive guidance for any official PostEcards fix..

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