7.5
CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-46381: Path Traversal

First published: Fri Mar 04 2022(Updated: )

Local File Inclusion due to path traversal in D-Link DAP-1620 leads to unauthorized internal files reading [/etc/passwd] and [/etc/shadow].

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Dlink DAP-1620 Firmware
Dlink Dap-1620 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-46381?

    CVE-2021-46381 has a high severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized reading of sensitive internal files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-46381?

    To fix CVE-2021-46381, users should upgrade to the latest firmware version provided by D-Link.

  • What does CVE-2021-46381 exploit?

    CVE-2021-46381 exploits a local file inclusion vulnerability caused by path traversal in the D-Link DAP-1620.

  • What internal files can be accessed due to CVE-2021-46381?

    CVE-2021-46381 allows unauthorized reading of critical internal files, including /etc/passwd and /etc/shadow.

  • Which device is affected by CVE-2021-46381?

    CVE-2021-46381 specifically affects the D-Link DAP-1620 and its firmware.

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