CVE-2019-16680: Path Traversal
An issue was discovered in GNOME file-roller before 3.29.91. It allows a single ./../ path traversal via a filename contained in a TAR archive, possibly overwriting a file during extraction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2019-16680.
What is the severity level of CVE-2019-16680?
The severity level of CVE-2019-16680 is medium with a CVSS score of 4.3.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-16680?
The software versions affected by CVE-2019-16680 are file-roller versions up to 3.29.91.
How can I fix CVE-2019-16680?
To fix CVE-2019-16680, update file-roller to version 3.30.0-1 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-16680?
More information about CVE-2019-16680 can be found at the following references: [1](https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=794337), [2](https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1767594), [3](https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/file-roller/commit/57268e51e59b61c9e3125eb0f65551c7084297e2).