Vulnerability identifier: #VU18121

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-16479

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
http-live-simulator
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: npm Inc.

Description

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 attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

http-live-simulator: 1.0.0 - 1.0.6

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External links
http://hackerone.com/reports/411405

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.