Vulnerability identifier: #VU47417

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-15175

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
GLPI
Web applications / CRM systems

Vendor: glpi-project

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A remote attacker can remove ".htaccess" file in the files folder via a plugin endpoint.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GLPI: 0.20 - 0.90.5, 9.1 - 9.5.1

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External links
http://github.com/glpi-project/glpi/releases/tag/9.5.2

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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.