CVE-2020-35612 [20201103] - Core - Path traversal in mod_random_image
Attackers can exploit a path traversal flaw in the mod_random_image module to read arbitrary files from the server.
- 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-2020-35612?
CVE-2020-35612 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in Joomla Joomla\!, published on 28 Dec 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.22. The folder parameter of mod_random_image lacked input validation, leading to a path traversal vulnerability.
Weakness: CWE-22
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-35612?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including joomla. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
joomla Bitnami | From 2.5.0 to 3.9.22 | None |
Products include Joomla Joomla\!.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35612?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-35612 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-2020-35612 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-35612 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Sources
Also known as BIT-joomla-2020-35612, GHSA-jh7g-mcqh-6w6x.