CVE-2009-3630: Typo3/cms backend TYPO3 Backend Vulnerable To Frame Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-mg66-3x8x-r8g2
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2009-3630 is a MODERATE typo3 backend vulnerable to frame vulnerability (General Security Weakness) affecting Typo3/cms backend libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves typo3 backend vulnerable to frame hijacking. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2.

CVE-2009-3630 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2009-3630
GHSA Identifier GHSA-mg66-3x8x-r8g2
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification General Security Weakness
Affected Product Typo3/cms backend
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2009-3630

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Typo3/cms backend 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-backend fixed: Latest secure release 
Upgrade typo3/cms-backend to Latest secure release
typo3/cms-backend fixed: 4.1.13 
Upgrade typo3/cms-backend to 4.1.13
typo3/cms-backend fixed: 4.2.10 
Upgrade typo3/cms-backend to 4.2.10
typo3/cms-backend fixed: 4.3beta2 
Upgrade typo3/cms-backend to 4.3beta2
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-backend

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2009-3630, inspect your project dependencies for Typo3/cms backend:

inspect dependencies for typo3/cms-backend

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Typo3/cms backend in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 4.1.13), 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 General Security Weakness. In Typo3/cms backend, 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

The Backend subcomponent in TYPO3 4.0.13 and earlier, 4.1.x before 4.1.13, 4.2.x before 4.2.10, and 4.3.x before 4.3beta2 allows remote authenticated users to place arbitrary web sites in TYPO3 backend framesets via crafted parameters, related to a "frame hijacking" issue.

CVE-2009-3630 Affected Typo3/cms backend Versions

4 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
4.1.134.2.104.3beta2
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
typo3/cms-backend
 Packagist
≤ 4.0.13
typo3/cms-backend
 Packagist
≥ 4.1.0
< 4.1.13
4.1.13
typo3/cms-backend
 Packagist
≥ 4.2.0
< 4.2.10
4.2.10
typo3/cms-backend
 Packagist
≥ 4.3alpha1
< 4.3beta2
4.3beta2

References

NVD — CVE-2009-3630 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2009-3630
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/539... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53920
Typo3/cms backend Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/TYPO3-CMS/backend
Typo3/cms backend Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20101223093042/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36801
marc.info/ WEB
http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=125632856206736&w=2
Typo3/cms backend Security Information SECURITY
http://typo3.org/teams/security/security-bulletins/typo3-sa-2009-016

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-3630?
CVE-2009-3630 is a security vulnerability in Typo3/cms backend involving TYPO3 Backend vulnerable to Frame Hijacking under General Security Weakness.
Which Typo3/cms backend versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 across affected packages: typo3/cms-backend.
What version fixes CVE-2009-3630?
Upgrading to 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is typo3/cms-backend affected?
Yes, typo3/cms-backend is affected in releases prior to Latest secure release, 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2. Upgrade your dependency to Latest secure release, 4.1.13, 4.2.10, 4.3beta2 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2009-3630?
CVE-2009-3630 is classified under General Security Weakness.
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2009-3630?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for typo3/cms-backend'. 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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