CVE-2011-2653 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 8 Dec 2011 Updated 17 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via directory traversal in Novell ZENworks Asset Management by uploading executable files.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not stated
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2011-2653?

CVE-2011-2653 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 8 Dec 2011. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Directory traversal vulnerability in the rtrlet component in Novell ZENworks Asset Management (ZAM) 7.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-2653?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Novell Zenworks Asset Management.

How do I fix CVE-2011-2653?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-2653 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-2011-2653 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2011-2653 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module and 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-4q43-8hqg-w3px.