Binary Moon TimThumb Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Summary
This host is installed with Binary Moon TimThumb and is prone to remote code execution vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands. Impact Level: Application
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.8.14, or higher, For updates refer http://www.binarymoon.co.uk/projects/timthumb
Insight
Flaw is in the timthumb.php script related to the WebShot feature that is triggered as input passed via the 'src' parameter is not properly sanitized.
Affected
Binary Moon TimThumb version 2.8.13, prior versions may also be affected.
Detection
Send a crafted request via HTTP GET and check whether it is able to execute system command or not.
References