CVE-2020-7376: Rapid7 Metasploit Framework Relative Path Traversal in enum_osx module

Published Aug 24, 2020
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Updated

The Metasploit Framework module "post/osx/gather/enumosx module" is affected by a relative path traversal vulnerability in the getkeychains method which can be exploited to write arbitrary files to arbitrary locations on the host filesystem when the module is run on a malicious host.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Rapid7 Metasploit>=4.11.7<6.0.3

Remediation

Information

Users should update to version 6.0.3 or later of the Metasploit Framework.

Event History

Aug 24, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:10 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-7376?

CVE-2020-7376 is a vulnerability in the Metasploit Framework module "post/osx/gather/enum_osx module", which allows relative path traversal and can be exploited to write arbitrary files to arbitrary locations on the host filesystem.

2

How does the vulnerability in CVE-2020-7376 affect Metasploit Framework?

The vulnerability affects the get_keychains method in the Metasploit Framework module, allowing an attacker to write arbitrary files to arbitrary locations on the host filesystem when the module is run on a malicious host.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7376?

The severity of CVE-2020-7376 is critical, with a severity value of 9.8.

4

Which version of Rapid7 Metasploit is affected by CVE-2020-7376?

Rapid7 Metasploit versions 4.11.7 to 6.0.3 are affected by CVE-2020-7376.

5

How can I fix or mitigate CVE-2020-7376?

Update Rapid7 Metasploit to a version that is not affected by CVE-2020-7376, and follow any additional instructions or patches provided by Rapid7.

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