CVE-2020-20907 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 9.1 Published 24 May 2021 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Attackers can delete and modify specific ini files in MetInfo CMS via path traversal, potentially altering application behavior.

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-2020-20907?

CVE-2020-20907 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in Metinfo Metinfo, published on 24 May 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

MetInfo 7.0 beta is affected by a file modification vulnerability. Attackers can delete and modify ini files in app/system/language/admin/language_general.class.php and app/system/include/function/file.func.php.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-20907?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Metinfo Metinfo.

How do I fix CVE-2020-20907?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-20907 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-2020-20907 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-20907 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-rg63-9x4c-c4w9.