CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-17798: Path Traversal

First published: Sun Sep 30 2018(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in zzcms 8.3. user/ztconfig.php allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via an absolute pathname in the oldimg parameter in an action=modify request. This can be leveraged for database access by deleting install.lock.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ZZCMS=8.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-17798?

    CVE-2018-17798 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to delete arbitrary files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-17798?

    To fix CVE-2018-17798, ensure that access controls are in place to restrict unauthorized modification of the user/ztconfig.php file.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-17798?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2018-17798 include unauthorized file deletion and possible database access by removing the install.lock file.

  • Which version of ZZCMS is affected by CVE-2018-17798?

    ZZCMS version 8.3 is affected by CVE-2018-17798.

  • How does CVE-2018-17798 exploit remote file deletion?

    CVE-2018-17798 exploits remote file deletion by allowing attackers to manipulate the oldimg parameter in an action=modify request.

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