CVE-2021-42183: Path Traversal
Published May 5, 2022
·Updated
MasaCMS 7.2.1 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability in /index.cfm/api/asset/image/.
Affected Software
1 affected component
MasaCMS MasaCMS=7.2.1
Event History
May 5, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:02 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability?
CVE-2021-42183 is a path traversal vulnerability affecting MasaCMS 7.2.1 that allows an attacker to access files outside of the intended directory.
2
How severe is CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability?
CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability?
MasaCMS version 7.2.1 is affected by CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability.
4
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability by manipulating a file path to access sensitive files or directories on the system.
5
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability?
Yes, it is recommended to update to a patched version of MasaCMS or apply the necessary security patches provided by the vendor to fix CVE-2021-42183 vulnerability.