CVE-2014-5197: Path Traversal
First published: Tue Aug 12 2014(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in (1) Splunk Web or the (2) Splunkd HTTP Server in Splunk Enterprise 6.1.x before 6.1.3 allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a URI, related to search ids.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Splunk | =6.1 | |
| Splunk | =6.1.1 | |
| Splunk | =6.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-5197?
CVE-2014-5197 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to access sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5197?
To fix CVE-2014-5197, upgrade your Splunk Enterprise to version 6.1.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-5197?
CVE-2014-5197 affects Splunk Enterprise versions 6.1, 6.1.1, and 6.1.2.
What kind of attacks can be executed with CVE-2014-5197?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2014-5197 by using directory traversal techniques to read arbitrary files on the server.
Is CVE-2014-5197 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2014-5197 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by authenticated users.
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