CVE-2017-18263: Path Traversal

Published Apr 28, 2018
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Updated

Seagate Media Server in Seagate Personal Cloud before 4.3.18.4 has directory traversal in getPhotoPlaylistPhotos.psp via a parameter named url.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Seagate Personal Cloud Firmware<4.3.18.4
Seagate Personal Cloud

Event History

Apr 28, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18263?

CVE-2017-18263 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for directory traversal attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18263?

To fix CVE-2017-18263, update the Seagate Personal Cloud firmware to version 4.3.18.4 or later.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-18263?

CVE-2017-18263 affects Seagate Media Server in Seagate Personal Cloud systems running firmware versions prior to 4.3.18.4.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-18263?

CVE-2017-18263 involves a directory traversal vulnerability in the getPhotoPlaylistPhotos.psp script through a maliciously crafted url parameter.

5

Can exploitation of CVE-2017-18263 lead to data exposure?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2017-18263 can allow attackers to access restricted files on the server, leading to potential data exposure.

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