SB2021102620 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Nextcloud Server



SB2021102620 - Multiple vulnerabilities in Nextcloud Server

Published: October 26, 2021

Security Bulletin ID SB2021102620
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 3
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
  • Low
  • Medium
  • High
  • Critical

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 3 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Path traversal (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-41178)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and download arbitrary SVG images.


2) Improper control of interaction frequency (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-41177)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper control of interaction frequency. A remote authenticated attacker can gain access to the target application.


3) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-41179)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the Two-Factor Authentication is not enforced for pages marked as public. A remote authenticated attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.