7.5
CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-6987: Path Traversal

First published: Tue Dec 31 2013(Updated: )

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in the FileBrowser components in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) before 4.3-3810 Update 3 allow remote attackers to read, write, and delete arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) path parameter to file_delete.cgi or (2) folder_path parameter to file_share.cgi in webapi/FileStation/; (3) dlink parameter to fbdownload/; or unspecified parameters to (4) html5_upload.cgi, (5) file_download.cgi, (6) file_sharing.cgi, (7) file_MVCP.cgi, or (8) file_rename.cgi in webapi/FileStation/.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Synology DiskStation Manager=4.3-3810
Synology DiskStation Manager=4.3-3810

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-6987?

    CVE-2013-6987 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized file access and manipulation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-6987?

    To mitigate CVE-2013-6987, upgrade Synology DiskStation Manager to version 4.3-3810 Update 3 or later.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2013-6987 enable?

    CVE-2013-6987 can allow remote attackers to read, write, and delete arbitrary files on the affected systems.

  • Which versions of Synology DiskStation Manager are affected by CVE-2013-6987?

    CVE-2013-6987 affects Synology DiskStation Manager versions prior to 4.3-3810 Update 3.

  • What components of Synology DiskStation Manager are vulnerable in CVE-2013-6987?

    CVE-2013-6987 impacts the FileBrowser components, particularly the file_delete.cgi and folder_path parameters.

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