CVE-2019-16868: Path Traversal

Published Sep 25, 2019
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Updated

emlog through 6.0.0beta has an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via an admin/data.php?action=dellallbak request with directory traversal sequences in the bak[] parameter.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Emlog emlog<=5.3.1
Emlog emlog=6.0.0-beta

Event History

Sep 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:49 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-16868?

CVE-2019-16868 is an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability found in emlog through version 6.0.0-beta.

2

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

This vulnerability can be exploited by making a request to admin/data.php?action=dell_all_bak with directory traversal sequences in the bak[] parameter.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2019-16868?

Emlog versions up to and including 5.3.1 and version 6.0.0-beta are affected by CVE-2019-16868.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2019-16868?

CVE-2019-16868 has a severity rating of critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-16868?

Yes, upgrading to a version of Emlog that is not affected by this vulnerability is recommended to fix CVE-2019-16868.

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