CVE-2018-20795 Path traversal in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Feb 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can read arbitrary files via path traversal in Responsive FileManager, exposing sensitive data to unauthorized users.

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-2018-20795?

CVE-2018-20795 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Feb 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

tecrail Responsive FileManager 9.13.4 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via path traversal with the path parameter, through the copy_cut action in ajax_calls.php and the paste_clipboard action in execute.php.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-20795?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tecrail Responsive Filemanager.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20795?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-20795 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-2018-20795 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-20795 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g9g2-66px-7g9c.