CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-5966: Path Traversal

First published: Tue May 23 2017(Updated: )

Sitecore CRM 8.1 Rev 151207 allows remote authenticated administrators to read arbitrary files via an absolute path traversal attack on sitecore/shell/download.aspx with the file parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sitecore=8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-5966?

    CVE-2017-5966 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote authenticated administrators to exploit file traversal weaknesses.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-5966?

    To fix CVE-2017-5966, apply the latest security patches provided by Sitecore for CRM version 8.1.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2017-5966 facilitate?

    CVE-2017-5966 can facilitate an absolute path traversal attack, which might allow sensitive file exposure.

  • Is CVE-2017-5966 specific to any version of Sitecore CRM?

    Yes, CVE-2017-5966 specifically affects Sitecore CRM version 8.1.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2017-5966?

    Remote authenticated administrators using Sitecore CRM 8.1 are primarily affected by CVE-2017-5966.

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