CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-1100

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The default configuration for the PostACI webmail system installs the /includes/global.inc configuration file within the web root, allowing remote attackers to read sensitive information such as database usernames and passwords via a direct HTTP GET request.

Risk Assessment

The organization is at risk of sensitive data leakage, which may lead to unauthorized access to systems and data. Potential consequences include loss of confidentiality and reputation.

Recommendation

It is recommended to move the global.inc file outside the web root and properly configure file access permissions.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The default configuration for PostACI webmail system installs the /includes/global.inc configuration file within the web root, which allows remote attackers to read sensitive information such as database usernames and passwords via a direct HTTP GET request.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS