Vulnerability identifier: #VU47412

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:F/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7246

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
qdPM
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: qdpm.net

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 in the users['photop_preview'] delete photo feature. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

qdPM: 9.0 - 9.1

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External links
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156063/qdPM-9.1-Remote-Code-Execution.html
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156571/qdPM-Remote-Code-Execution.html
http://docs.google.com/document/d/13ZZSm0DL1Ie6r_fU5ZdDKGZ4defFqiFXMG--zDo8S10/edit?usp=sharing

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.