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Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')

CVE-2024-8706

Medium
5.3/10

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in JFinalCMS, categorized as problematic. It impacts the "edit" function within the "TemplateController" file at the "/admin/template/edit" endpoint. The issue arises from improper handling of the "fileName" argument, which can lead to a Path Traversal attack. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be used.

  • LOW
  • NETWORK
  • NONE
  • UNCHANGED
  • NONE
  • LOW
  • HIGH
  • NONE

CWE-22 - Path Traversal

Path traversal (or directory traversal), is a vulnerability that allows malicious users to traverse the server's root directory, gaining access to arbitrary files and folders such as application code & data, back-end credentials, and sensitive operating system files. In the worst-case scenario, an attacker could potentially execute arbitrary files on the server, resulting in a denial of service attack. Such an exploit may severely impact the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of an application.

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Advisory Timeline

  • Published