SB2020021008 - Link following in harp



SB2020021008 - Link following in harp

Published: February 10, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020021008
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Link following (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to access unauthorised files.

The vulnerability exists due to a symlink following issue. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted symbolic link to a critical file on the system and can gain access to unauthorised files.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.