CVE-2019-18371: Path Traversal
An issue was discovered on Xiaomi Mi WiFi R3G devices before 2.28.23-stable. There is a directory traversal vulnerability to read arbitrary files via a misconfigured NGINX alias, as demonstrated by api-third-party/download/extdisks../etc/config/account. With this vulnerability, the attacker can bypass authentication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-18371?
CVE-2019-18371 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2019-18371?
To fix CVE-2019-18371, update your Xiaomi Mi WiFi R3G device to firmware version 2.28.23 or later.
What devices are affected by CVE-2019-18371?
CVE-2019-18371 affects Xiaomi Mi WiFi R3G devices running firmware versions prior to 2.28.23.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2019-18371?
CVE-2019-18371 can be exploited to perform a directory traversal attack, allowing access to arbitrary files.
What is the impact of CVE-2019-18371?
The impact of CVE-2019-18371 is significant, enabling attackers to read sensitive configuration files on the device.