#VU72599 Path traversal in Device Manager Express - CVE-2022-24632

Vulnerability identifier: #VU72599

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 7.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-24632

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Device Manager Express
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: AudioCodes

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 view parameter of the file download functionality in BrowseFiles.php. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

Device Manager Express: 7.8.20002.47752

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External links
https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2023/Feb/12

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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.