Vulnerability identifier: #VU71378

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-41956

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Autolab
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: Autolab Project

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 remote handin feature. A remote user can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Autolab: 1.0.0 - 2.9.0

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External links
http://github.com/autolab/Autolab/security/advisories/GHSA-g7x7-mgrv-f24x
http://www.stackhawk.com/blog/rails-path-traversal-guide-examples-and-prevention/

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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.