CVE-2020-20495 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 9.1 Published 31 Aug 2021 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Attackers can delete arbitrary files in Bludit CMS via the backup plugin's deleteBackup parameter, potentially compromising system integrity.

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-2020-20495?

CVE-2020-20495 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 Aug 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

bludit v3.13.0 contains an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the backup plugin via the `deleteBackup' parameter.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-20495?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Bludit Bludit.

How do I fix CVE-2020-20495?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-20495 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-2020-20495 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-20495 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-4p76-vp9g-hmxc.