CVE-2020-7648: Path Traversal

Published May 29, 2020
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Updated

All versions of snyk-broker before 4.72.2 are vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read. It allows arbitrary file reads for users who have access to Snyk's internal network by appending the URL with a fragment identifier and a whitelisted path e.g. #package.json

Affected Software

1 affected component
Synk Broker<4.72.2

Event History

May 29, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:06 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-7648?

CVE-2020-7648 is considered a high-severity issue due to its potential for unauthorized file access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-7648?

To fix CVE-2020-7648, upgrade Snyk Broker to version 4.72.2 or later immediately.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-7648?

All users of Snyk Broker versions prior to 4.72.2 who have access to the internal network are affected.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2020-7648?

CVE-2020-7648 is an Arbitrary File Read vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to sensitive files.

5

Can CVE-2020-7648 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2020-7648 requires access to Snyk's internal network, making it not a remote exploitation issue.

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