Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-6522 is a directory traversal flaw in w-CMS 2.01. A remote attacker could make the application read files outside the intended web content area through the page-selection parameter. If an exposed site still runs this version, sensitive local files or configuration data may be at risk. Exposure is most likely on legacy internet-facing w-CMS 2.01 deployments. The supplied affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams should confirm by application inventory, code paths, web roots, and any historical CMS installations. Prioritize if any public website still runs w-CMS 2.01. The issue is old, but arbitrary file read can expose credentials or configuration secrets, and public exploit references reduce the skill needed to abuse exposed systems. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any exposed w-CMS 2.01 deployments.; Check vendor or project guidance for any fixed release or supported migration path.; Restrict public access to affected CMS endpoints until resolved..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- wcms-p-directory-traversal(72302)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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