CVE-2018-8965: Path Traversal
First published: Sat Mar 24 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in zzcms 8.2. user/ppsave.php allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via directory traversal sequences 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ZZCMS | =8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8965?
CVE-2018-8965 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability that allows file deletion via directory traversal.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8965?
To fix CVE-2018-8965, update ZZCMS to the latest version or implement input validation to prevent directory traversal attacks.
Who is impacted by CVE-2018-8965?
Users of ZZCMS version 8.2 are directly impacted by CVE-2018-8965 due to file deletion vulnerabilities.
Can CVE-2018-8965 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-8965 can be exploited remotely by attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server.
What types of attacks can be performed using CVE-2018-8965?
CVE-2018-8965 can be leveraged for database access by deleting the install.lock file, among other malicious actions.
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