---------------------------------------------------------------------- Do you have VARM strategy implemented? (Vulnerability Assessment Remediation Management) If not, then implement it through the most reliable vulnerability intelligence source on the market. Implement it through Secunia. For more information visit: http://secunia.com/advisories/business_solutions/ Alternatively request a call from a Secunia representative today to discuss how we can help you with our capabilities contact us at: sales@secunia.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- TITLE: PHP Melody Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability SECUNIA ADVISORY ID: SA35956 VERIFY ADVISORY: http://secunia.com/advisories/35956/ DESCRIPTION: A vulnerability has been reported in PHP Melody, which can be exploited by malicious users to compromise a vulnerable system. The vulnerability is caused due to the upload_avatar.php script allowing the upload of files with arbitrary extensions to a folder inside the webroot. This can be exploited to execute arbitrary PHP code by uploading a PHP file with e.g. an "image/gif" content type. The vulnerability is reported in version 1.5.3. Other versions may also be affected. SOLUTION: Restrict access to trusted users only. PROVIDED AND/OR DISCOVERED BY: Chip D3 Bi0s ORIGINAL ADVISORY: http://milw0rm.com/exploits/9239 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- About: This Advisory was delivered by Secunia as a free service to help everybody keeping their systems up to date against the latest vulnerabilities. Subscribe: http://secunia.com/advisories/secunia_security_advisories/ Definitions: (Criticality, Where etc.) http://secunia.com/advisories/about_secunia_advisories/ Please Note: Secunia recommends that you verify all advisories you receive by clicking the link. Secunia NEVER sends attached files with advisories. Secunia does not advise people to install third party patches, only use those supplied by the vendor. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Unsubscribe: Secunia Security Advisories http://secunia.com/sec_adv_unsubscribe/?email=packet%40packetstormsecurity.org ----------------------------------------------------------------------