CVE-2017-12938: Path Traversal
Published Aug 18, 2017
·Updated
UnRAR before 5.5.7 allows remote attackers to bypass a directory-traversal protection mechanism via vectors involving a symlink to the . directory, a symlink to the .. directory, and a regular file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
RARLAB UnRAR<=5.5.6
Event History
Aug 18, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12938?
CVE-2017-12938 is considered to be of high severity due to its ability to allow directory traversal attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-12938?
To fix CVE-2017-12938, upgrade UnRAR to version 5.5.7 or later.
3
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2017-12938 expose?
CVE-2017-12938 exposes the ability for remote attackers to bypass directory traversal protections.
4
Which versions of UnRAR are affected by CVE-2017-12938?
UnRAR versions prior to 5.5.7 are affected by CVE-2017-12938.
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What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2017-12938?
CVE-2017-12938 can be exploited to perform directory traversal attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized file access.