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CVE-2008-6785: Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Mini File Host 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary c...

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Mini File Host 1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in an unspecified directory, as demonstrated by creating a name.php file.

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Plain-English summary

Mini File Host 1.5 allowed attackers to upload a file with an executable extension and then access it directly, which could let them run code on the server. The provided sources do not identify a patch, CVSS score, or confirmed real-world exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat confirmed deployments as urgent, especially if reachable from the internet. Arbitrary code execution through uploads can lead to full server compromise, but urgency depends on whether Mini File Host 1.5 is actually present.

Technical view

CVE-2008-6785 is an unrestricted file upload issue in Mini File Host 1.5. The CVE description says remote attackers could upload an executable file, then request it from an unspecified directory to execute arbitrary code. Exploit-DB is listed as a public exploit reference, but KEV is false.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to internet-facing or internal deployments of Mini File Host 1.5 with upload functionality enabled. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams should verify product name and version from deployed code or package records.

Exploitation context

A public Exploit-DB reference exists, indicating public exploit information is available. The provided bundle does not show CISA KEV listing, active exploitation, authentication requirements, default exposure, or reliable patch information.

Researcher notes

The source data is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, patch reference, or affected CPE is provided. The key evidence is the CVE description and exploit reference. Avoid broad claims beyond Mini File Host 1.5 unless additional vendor evidence is obtained.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify any Mini File Host 1.5 deployments and owners.
  • Check vendor or maintainer guidance for an official fixed version.
  • Disable or restrict the upload feature until remediation is confirmed.
  • Prevent uploaded files from executing as server-side code.
  • Remove the application if it is obsolete or unsupported.

Validation and detection

  • Verify whether Mini File Host 1.5 exists in asset inventory.
  • Review exposed web applications for Mini File Host branding or code.
  • Inspect upload directories for executable file types.
  • Review web logs for direct requests to uploaded executable files.
  • Confirm upload storage is non-executable after mitigation.
Prepared
Confidence
medium
Sources
4

Public sources used

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Potential ATT&CK relevance

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Execution behavior lookup

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File access behavior lookup

The CVE wording references file access or upload behavior, so file telemetry and web shell review may help. This is a Glexia inferred lookup path, not an official MITRE, ATT&CK, or CVE Program mapping.

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Severity
Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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0CVSS vectors
0Timeline events
0ADP providers
3Source links

CVSS and timeline data

No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.

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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

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CWE details

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