[SA34648] WebFileExplorer "db.mdb" Database Disclosure Security Issue

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TITLE:
WebFileExplorer "db.mdb" Database Disclosure Security Issue

SECUNIA ADVISORY ID:
SA34648

VERIFY ADVISORY:
http://secunia.com/advisories/34648/

DESCRIPTION:
ByALBAYX has reported a security issue in WebFileExplorer, which can
be exploited by malicious people to disclose sensitive information.

The security issue is caused due to the "db.mdb" database file being
stored with insecure permissions inside the "data" folder of the web
root. This can be exploited to gain knowledge of sensitive
information by downloading the file.

The security issue is reported in version 3.1. Other versions may
also be affected.

SOLUTION:
Restrict access to the "data" folder.

PROVIDED AND/OR DISCOVERED BY:
ByALBAYX

ORIGINAL ADVISORY:
http://milw0rm.com/exploits/8374

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