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CVE-2008-5819: Directory traversal vulnerability in eDNews_archive.php in eDreamers eDNews 2, when magic_quotes_gpc is dis...

Directory traversal vulnerability in eDNews_archive.php in eDreamers eDNews 2, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lg parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

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CVE-2008-5819 affects eDreamers eDNews 2. A vulnerable archive script can be abused remotely, when magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, to make the application include and execute local files. That can turn a web content issue into server-side code execution if the vulnerable product is exposed. Exposure is likely limited to legacy installations of eDreamers eDNews 2, especially public PHP deployments containing eDNews_archive.php with magic_quotes_gpc disabled. The affected CPE data is incomplete. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with high impact if found internet-facing. Prioritize asset discovery and retirement or isolation over broad emergency response unless exposure is confirmed. Mitigation focus: Identify whether eDreamers eDNews 2 is still deployed anywhere.; Remove or isolate exposed eDNews 2 instances until remediation is confirmed.; Check vendor or archive guidance; no patch is named in the supplied sources..

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