CVE-2021-32746: Possible path traversal by use of the `doc` module

Published Jul 12, 2021
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Updated

Icinga Web 2 is an open source monitoring web interface, framework and command-line interface. Between versions 2.3.0 and 2.8.2, the doc module of Icinga Web 2 allows to view documentation directly in the UI. It must be enabled manually by an administrator and users need explicit access permission to use it. Then, by visiting a certain route, it is possible to gain access to arbitrary files readable by the web-server user. The issue has been fixed in the 2.9.0, 2.8.3, and 2.7.5 releases. As a workaround, an administrator may disable the doc module or revoke permission to use it from all users.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Icinga Icinga>=2.3.0<2.7.5
Icinga Icinga>=2.8.0<2.8.3

Event History

Jul 12, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:25 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-32746?

CVE-2021-32746 is a vulnerability in Icinga Web 2, an open source monitoring web interface framework and command-line interface.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32746?

The severity of CVE-2021-32746 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.

3

Which versions of Icinga Web 2 are affected by CVE-2021-32746?

Versions 2.3.0 to 2.7.5 and versions 2.8.0 to 2.8.2 of Icinga Web 2 are affected by CVE-2021-32746.

4

How can I view documentation directly in the UI in Icinga Web 2?

The `doc` module of Icinga Web 2 allows you to view documentation directly in the UI, but it must be enabled manually by an administrator and users need explicit access permission.

5

How do I fix CVE-2021-32746 in Icinga Web 2?

To fix CVE-2021-32746, you should upgrade to a version beyond 2.7.5 if you are using versions 2.3.0 to 2.7.5, or upgrade to a version beyond 2.8.2 if you are using versions 2.8.0 to 2.8.2.

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