Adobe RoboHelp Server Arbitrary File Upload and Execute Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerability installations of Adobe RoboHelp Server. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists in the management web server listening by default on port 8080. The Java Servlet handling POST requests to the server does not properly sanitize user input. A specially crafted request can bypass authentication allowing an attacker to upload and execute arbitrary files. Successful exploitation can result in complete system compromise under SYSTEM credentials.
Additional Details
Adobe has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
http://www.adobe.com/support/security/bulletins/apsb09-14.html
Disclosure Timeline
- 2009-06-26 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2009-09-23 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Stephen Fewer of Harmony Security (www.harmonysecurity.com)
