CVE-2020-27870: SolarWinds Orion Platform ExportToPDF Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 10, 2021
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of SolarWinds Orion Platform 2020.2.1. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within ExportToPDF.aspx. 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 disclose information in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-11917.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of SolarWinds Orion Platform. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within ExportToPDF.aspx. 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 disclose information in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SolarWinds Orion Platform=2020.2.1
SolarWinds Orion Platform

Event History

Feb 10, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:19 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-27870?

CVE-2020-27870 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of SolarWinds Orion Platform 2020.2.1.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-27870?

CVE-2020-27870 has a severity level of 7.5, which is considered high.

3

How can CVE-2020-27870 be exploited?

To exploit CVE-2020-27870, remote attackers need authentication and exploit the lack of proper validation in ExportToPDF.aspx.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2020-27870?

The SolarWinds Orion Platform version 2020.2.1 is affected by CVE-2020-27870.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-27870?

To fix CVE-2020-27870, users should apply the necessary security patches or updates provided by SolarWinds.

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