CVE-2020-36970
Local File Disclosure in PMB 5.6 getgif.php Allows Arbitrary File Access
Publication date: 2026-01-28
Last updated on: 2026-01-28
Assigner: VulnCheck
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| unknown_vendor | pmb | 5.6 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-22 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability in PMB 5.6 is a local file disclosure issue in the getgif.php script. It allows attackers to read arbitrary system files by manipulating the 'chemin' parameter, which is not properly sanitized. By sending specially crafted requests to getgif.php, attackers can access sensitive files such as /etc/passwd.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive system files, potentially exposing critical information about the system and its users. This can aid attackers in further compromising the system or gaining unauthorized access.