CVE-2016-0855: Path Traversal
Published Jan 15, 2016
·Updated
Directory traversal vulnerability in Advantech WebAccess before 8.1 allows remote attackers to list arbitrary virtual-directory files via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Advantech WebAccess<=8.0
Event History
Jan 15, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0855?
CVE-2016-0855 has a medium severity rating, indicating a moderate risk to affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-0855?
The recommended fix for CVE-2016-0855 is to upgrade Advantech WebAccess to version 8.1 or later.
3
What does CVE-2016-0855 exploit?
CVE-2016-0855 exploits a directory traversal vulnerability allowing remote attackers to access arbitrary files.
4
What software is affected by CVE-2016-0855?
CVE-2016-0855 affects Advantech WebAccess versions prior to 8.1.
5
Can CVE-2016-0855 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-0855 can be exploited remotely by attackers without authentication.