CVE-2024-57549 Path traversal in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can read CMS source code by manipulating the file parameter in GET requests, exposing internal application logic.

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-2024-57549?

CVE-2024-57549 is a high-severity path traversal vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Jan 2025. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

CMSimple 5.16 allows the user to read cms source code through manipulation of the file name in the file parameter of a GET request.

Weakness: CWE-22

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-57549?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Cmsimple Cmsimple.

How do I fix CVE-2024-57549?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-57549 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-2024-57549 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-57549 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-r2h5-cvfq-6cgj.

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