CVE-2023-36220 Path traversal in n/a

High 7.2 Published 7 Aug 2023 Updated 11 Oct 2024

Authenticated attackers can exploit a directory traversal flaw in the plugin upload function to execute arbitrary code and access sensitive data.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-36220?

CVE-2023-36220 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Aug 2023. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Directory Traversal vulnerability in Textpattern CMS v4.8.8 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain access to sensitive information via the plugin Upload function.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-36220?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Textpattern Textpattern.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36220?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-36220 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-2023-36220 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-36220 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xcvw-5f44-wf2r.