CVE-2021-37317: Path Traversal

Published Feb 3, 2023
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Updated

Directory Traversal vulnerability in Cloud Disk in ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware version before 3.0.0.4.386.41634 allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files via improper sanitation on the target for COPY and MOVE operations.

Affected Software

4 affected components
ASUS RT-AC68U Firmware<3.0.0.4.386.41634
ASUS RT-AC68U
All of the following
ASUS RT-AC68U Firmware<3.0.0.4.386.41634
ASUS RT-AC68U

Event History

Feb 3, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this directory traversal vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this directory traversal vulnerability is CVE-2021-37317.

2

What is the affected software?

The affected software is ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware version before 3.0.0.4.386.41634.

3

How does the vulnerability work?

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to write arbitrary files via improper sanitation on the target for COPY and MOVE operations.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2021-37317?

The severity of CVE-2021-37317 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.

5

Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?

Yes, updating the ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware to version 3.0.0.4.386.41634 or later will fix this vulnerability.

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