CVE-2017-17715: Path Traversal
First published: Sat Dec 16 2017(Updated: )
The saveFile method in MediaController.java in the Telegram Messenger application before 2017-12-08 for Android allows directory traversal via a pathname obtained in a file-transfer request from a remote peer, as demonstrated by writing to tgnet.dat or tgnet.dat.bak.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Telegram Telegram Messenger | <2017-12-08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-17715?
CVE-2017-17715 is a vulnerability found in the Telegram Messenger application for Android before 2017-12-08.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17715?
The severity of CVE-2017-17715 is rated as high, with a severity value of 8.8.
How does CVE-2017-17715 work?
CVE-2017-17715 allows directory traversal by using a pathname obtained in a file-transfer request from a remote peer.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-17715?
The Telegram Messenger application for Android before 2017-12-08 is affected by CVE-2017-17715.
Is there a fix for CVE-2017-17715?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2017-17715 is available in the Telegram Messenger application version released after 2017-12-08.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/telegram
- canonical/telegram telegram messenger