Vulnerability identifier: #VU58389
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-22
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Apache APISIX
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: Apache Foundation
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 request_uri parameter. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apache APISIX: 2.10.0 - 2.10.1
External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/18jyd458ptocr31rnkjs71w4h366mv7h
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/11/22/2
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/11/22/1
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2021/11/23/1
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.