CVE-2019-17073: Path Traversal

Published Oct 1, 2019
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Updated

emlog through 6.0.0beta allows remote authenticated users to delete arbitrary files via admin/template.php?action=del&tpl=../ directory traversal.

Affected Software

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

Event History

Oct 1, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:06 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2019-17073.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17073?

The severity of CVE-2019-17073 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

3

How does this vulnerability affect the emlog software?

This vulnerability affects emlog software versions up to and including 5.3.1 and version 6.0.0-beta.

4

How can remote authenticated users exploit this vulnerability?

Remote authenticated users can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted request to admin/template.php?action=del&tpl=../ to perform directory traversal and delete arbitrary files.

5

Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?

Yes, a fix is available for this vulnerability. Please refer to the official emlog documentation or vendor for the patch or update.

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