CVE-2020-26037 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via directory traversal in the PunkBuster server functionality.

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-2020-26037?

CVE-2020-26037 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Aug 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Directory Traversal vulnerability in Server functionalty in Even Balance Punkbuster version 1.902 before 1.905 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-26037?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Evenbalance Punkbuster.

How do I fix CVE-2020-26037?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-26037 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-2020-26037 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2020-26037 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9gq3-5h72-2fw5.

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