CVE-2021-34422: Path traversal of file names in Keybase Client for Windows

Published Nov 11, 2021
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Updated

The Keybase Client for Windows before version 5.7.0 contains a path traversal vulnerability when checking the name of a file uploaded to a team folder. A malicious user could upload a file to a shared folder with a specially crafted file name which could allow a user to execute an application which was not intended on their host machine. If a malicious user leveraged this issue with the public folder sharing feature of the Keybase client, this could lead to remote code execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Keybase Keybase Windows<5.7.0

Event History

Nov 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:58 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:58 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-34422?

CVE-2021-34422 is a path traversal vulnerability in the Keybase Client for Windows before version 5.7.0.

2

How does CVE-2021-34422 affect Keybase Client?

CVE-2021-34422 allows a malicious user to upload a file with a specially crafted name to a shared folder, potentially enabling the execution of an application.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34422?

CVE-2021-34422 has a severity rating of critical with a value of 9.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2021-34422 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2021-34422 vulnerability, upgrade your Keybase Client for Windows to version 5.7.0 or later.

5

Is there any additional information available about CVE-2021-34422?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-34422 in the following reference: https://explore.zoom.us/en/trust/security/security-bulletin

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