7.5
CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-38146: Path Traversal

First published: Mon Nov 22 2021(Updated: )

The File Download API in Wipro Holmes Orchestrator 20.4.1 (20.4.1_02_11_2020) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via absolute path traversal in the SearchString JSON field in /home/download POST data.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wipro Holmes=20.4.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-38146?

    CVE-2021-38146 is a vulnerability in Wipro Holmes Orchestrator 20.4.1 that allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-38146?

    The severity of CVE-2021-38146 is high with a score of 7.5.

  • How does CVE-2021-38146 affect Wipro Holmes Orchestrator 20.4.1?

    CVE-2021-38146 affects Wipro Holmes Orchestrator 20.4.1 by allowing remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

  • How can I fix the CVE-2021-38146 vulnerability?

    To fix the CVE-2021-38146 vulnerability, update to a patched version of Wipro Holmes Orchestrator.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-38146?

    More information about CVE-2021-38146 can be found at the following references: [http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164970/Wipro-Holmes-Orchestrator-20.4.1-Arbitrary-File-Download.html](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164970/Wipro-Holmes-Orchestrator-20.4.1-Arbitrary-File-Download.html) and [https://www.wipro.com/holmes/](https://www.wipro.com/holmes/)

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