ColdFusion Exploitation Guide
1. Overview of ColdFusion Vulnerabilities
ColdFusion is a Java-based web application development platform known for its CFML (ColdFusion Markup Language). However, several versions have been found vulnerable to severe exploits, including:
CVE-2010-2861 (Directory Traversal) – Allows attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the locale parameter.
CVE-2009-2265 (Unauthenticated RCE) – Permits unauthenticated file uploads, leading to Remote Code Execution (RCE) through the FCKeditor package.
2. Exploitation Techniques
2.1 Directory Traversal Exploit (CVE-2010-2861)
Objective: Read arbitrary files from the ColdFusion server.
Steps:
Search for available exploits
Copy the exploit script to the working directory
Execute the script
Example Usage:
2.2 Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution (CVE-2009-2265)
Objective: Gain remote code execution by exploiting a vulnerability in ColdFusion’s FCKeditor package.
Steps:
Search for the exploit
Copy the exploit script
Modify the script – Update local and remote IP addresses and ports.
Execute the exploit
3. Commands Summary
3.1 SearchSploit Usage
3.2 File Manipulation
3.3 Exploit Execution
4. Key Takeaways
SearchSploit is a useful tool for identifying known vulnerabilities and exploits.
Directory traversal can allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.
Unauthenticated RCE can lead to full system compromise.
Always modify exploit scripts to fit your target’s IP and port.
Responsible and ethical hacking is critical – never exploit systems without permission.
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