CVE-2020-15643: Marvell QConvergeConsole saveAsText Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Aug 25, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Marvell QConvergeConsole 5.5.0.64. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the saveAsText method of the GWTTestServiceImpl class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-10549.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Marvell QConvergeConsole. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the saveAsText method of the GWTTestServiceImpl class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Marvell QConvergeConsole
Marvell QConvergeConsole<5.5.00.73

Event History

Aug 25, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:21 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:46 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-15643.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is 'Marvell QConvergeConsole saveAsText Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.

3

What is the severity of the vulnerability?

The severity of the vulnerability is critical with a CVSS score of 8.8.

4

What software is affected by this vulnerability?

The Marvell QConvergeConsole software versions up to and including 5.5.00.73 are affected by this vulnerability.

5

How can the vulnerability be exploited?

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Marvell QConvergeConsole.

6

What is the CWE ID?

The CWE ID is 22.

7

Are there any references for further information?

Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: - [Marvell Fibre Channel Security Advisory](https://www.marvell.com/content/dam/marvell/en/public-collateral/fibre-channel/marvell-fibre-channel-security-advisory-2020-07.pdf) - [Tenable Research Advisory](https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2020-56) - [Zero Day Initiative Advisory](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-971/)

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