CVE-2017-5595: Infoleak
First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )
A file disclosure and inclusion vulnerability exists in web/views/file.php in ZoneMinder 1.x through v1.30.0 because of unfiltered user-input being passed to readfile(), which allows an authenticated attacker to read local system files (e.g., /etc/passwd) in the context of the web server user (www-data). The attack vector is a .. (dot dot) in the path parameter within a zm/index.php?view=file&path= request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ZoneMinder | <=1.30.0 | |
| <=1.30.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5595?
CVE-2017-5595 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5595?
To mitigate CVE-2017-5595, upgrade ZoneMinder to version 1.30.1 or later where this vulnerability is addressed.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-5595?
CVE-2017-5595 affects ZoneMinder versions 1.x up to and including 1.30.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5595?
CVE-2017-5595 is a file disclosure and inclusion vulnerability that allows attackers to read local system files.
Can CVE-2017-5595 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-5595 requires authentication, so it can only be exploited by an authenticated user.
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