CVE-2008-2717: Typo3/cms core TYPO3 Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-f35p-hcwf-9f9f
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CWE-434
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2008-2717 is a MODERATE typo3 unrestricted file upload vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type) affecting Typo3/cms core libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves typo3 unrestricted file upload vulnerability. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.0.9, 4.1.7, 4.2.1.

CVE-2008-2717 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2008-2717
GHSA Identifier GHSA-f35p-hcwf-9f9f
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Affected Product Typo3/cms core
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2008-2717

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Typo3/cms core dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

typo3/cms-core fixed: 4.0.9 
Upgrade typo3/cms-core to 4.0.9
typo3/cms-core fixed: 4.1.7 
Upgrade typo3/cms-core to 4.1.7
typo3/cms-core fixed: 4.2.1 
Upgrade typo3/cms-core to 4.2.1
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms-core

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2008-2717, inspect your project dependencies for Typo3/cms core:

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms-core

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Typo3/cms core in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.0.9), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type, where the product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment. In Typo3/cms core, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

TYPO3 4.0.x before 4.0.9, 4.1.x before 4.1.7, and 4.2.x before 4.2.1, uses an insufficiently restrictive default fileDenyPattern for Apache, which allows remote attackers to bypass security restrictions and upload configuration files such as .htaccess, or conduct file upload attacks using multiple extensions.

CVE-2008-2717 Affected Typo3/cms core Versions

3 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.0.94.1.74.2.1
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
typo3/cms-core
 Packagist
≥ 4.0.0
< 4.0.9
4.0.9
typo3/cms-core
 Packagist
≥ 4.1.0
< 4.1.7
4.1.7
typo3/cms-core
 Packagist
≥ 4.2.0
< 4.2.1
4.2.1

References

NVD — CVE-2008-2717 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2008-2717
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/429... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42988
Typo3/cms core Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/TYPO3-CMS/core
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20080815050856/http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3945
web.archive.org/web/20081201212626/... WEB
https://web.archive.org/web/20081201212626/http://secunia.com/advisories/30619
web.archive.org/web/20081206030529/... WEB
https://web.archive.org/web/20081206030529/http://secunia.com/advisories/30660
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20200228131005/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29657
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20201208012148/http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/493270/100/0/threaded
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
http://buzz.typo3.org/teams/security/article/advice-on-core-security-issue-regarding-filedenypattern
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-20080611-1
Typo3/cms core Security Information SECURITY
http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1596

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-2717?
CVE-2008-2717 is a security vulnerability in Typo3/cms core involving TYPO3 Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type.
Which Typo3/cms core versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.0.9, 4.1.7, 4.2.1 across affected packages: typo3/cms-core.
What version fixes CVE-2008-2717?
Upgrading to 4.0.9, 4.1.7, 4.2.1 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is typo3/cms-core affected?
Yes, typo3/cms-core is affected in releases prior to 4.0.9, 4.1.7, 4.2.1. Upgrade your dependency to 4.0.9, 4.1.7, 4.2.1 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2008-2717?
CVE-2008-2717 is classified under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type (The product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2008-2717?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for typo3/cms-core'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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