CVE-2020-36970
PMB 5.6 - 'chemin' Local File Disclosure
Description
PMB 5.6 contains a local file disclosure vulnerability in getgif.php that allows attackers to read arbitrary system files by manipulating the 'chemin' parameter. Attackers can exploit the unsanitized file path input to access sensitive files like /etc/passwd by sending crafted requests to the getgif.php endpoint.
INFO
Published Date :
Jan. 28, 2026, 6:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
Jan. 28, 2026, 6:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2020-36970
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | MEDIUM | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Validate and sanitize the 'chemin' parameter in getgif.php.
- Ensure file paths are restricted to intended directories.
- Implement input validation for all file access functions.
- Update PMB to the latest patched version.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2020-36970.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| http://forge.sigb.net/redmine/projects/pmb/files | |
| http://www.sigb.net | |
| https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49054 | |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/pmb-chemin-local-file-disclosure |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2020-36970 is
associated with the following CWEs:
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jan. 28, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description PMB 5.6 contains a local file disclosure vulnerability in getgif.php that allows attackers to read arbitrary system files by manipulating the 'chemin' parameter. Attackers can exploit the unsanitized file path input to access sensitive files like /etc/passwd by sending crafted requests to the getgif.php endpoint. Added CVSS V4.0 AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Added CWE CWE-22 Added Reference http://forge.sigb.net/redmine/projects/pmb/files Added Reference http://www.sigb.net Added Reference https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49054 Added Reference https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/pmb-chemin-local-file-disclosure