CVE-2018-17934 Path traversal in NUUO CMS

Critical 9.8 Published 27 Nov 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Path traversal in NUUO CMS allows attackers to access restricted files or execute arbitrary code by manipulating input paths.

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

What is CVE-2018-17934?

CVE-2018-17934 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in NUUO CMS, published on 27 Nov 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

NUUO CMS All versions 3.3 and prior the application allows external input to construct a pathname that is able to be resolved outside the intended directory. This could allow an attacker to impersonate a legitimate user, obtain restricted information, or execute arbitrary code.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-17934?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Nuuo Nuuo Cms.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17934?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-17934 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-2018-17934 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2018-17934 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-739w-mv2p-wgxh.