CVE-2019-10945: Path Traversal
First published: Wed Apr 10 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.5. The Media Manager component does not properly sanitize the folder parameter, allowing attackers to act outside the media manager root directory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | >=1.5.0<=3.9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-10945?
CVE-2019-10945 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary file access.
How do I fix CVE-2019-10945?
To fix CVE-2019-10945, update Joomla! to version 3.9.5 or later.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2019-10945?
CVE-2019-10945 allows attackers to perform directory traversal attacks that can lead to unauthorized file access.
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2019-10945?
CVE-2019-10945 affects Joomla! versions prior to 3.9.5, specifically from 1.5.0 to 3.9.4.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-10945?
While the recommended solution is to upgrade, restricting folder permissions may mitigate some risks associated with CVE-2019-10945.
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