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CVE-2008-6878: Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/includes/languages/english.php in Zen Cart 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, and ea...

Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/includes/languages/english.php in Zen Cart 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, and earlier, when .htaccess is not supported, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the _SESSION[language] parameter. NOTE: the vendor disputes this issue, stating "at worst, the use of this vulnerability will reveal some local file paths.

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This issue concerns older Zen Cart stores where a language selection value may influence which local file the application loads. If reachable and the server lacks expected .htaccess protection, an attacker could potentially expose or execute local files. The vendor disputed the impact, saying it may only reveal local file paths. Exposure is most likely on legacy Zen Cart 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, or earlier installations with reachable admin code and ineffective .htaccess controls. Modern, upgraded, or decommissioned stores are less likely exposed, but asset inventories should verify actual deployed versions. Prioritize if the organization still runs legacy Zen Cart stores, especially internet-facing commerce sites. The age of the affected versions is the main risk signal. If no such deployments exist, track as informational and close with evidence. Mitigation focus: Identify any Zen Cart 1.3.8a, 1.3.8, or earlier deployments.; Check Zen Cart vendor guidance before applying version-specific fixes.; Restrict public access to Zen Cart admin paths where possible..

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