CVE-2022-22931: Path traversal in Apache James 3.6.1

Published Feb 7, 2022
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Updated

Fix of CVE-2021-40525 do not prepend delimiters upon valid directory validations. Affected implementations include: - maildir mailbox store - Sieve file repository This enables a user to access other users data stores (limited to user names being prefixed by the value of the username being used).

Affected Software

1 affected component
Apache James=3.6.1

Event History

Feb 7, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:50 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-22931.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22931?

The severity of CVE-2022-22931 is medium.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-22931?

The software affected by CVE-2022-22931 is Apache James version 3.6.1.

4

How does CVE-2022-22931 enable access to other users' data stores?

CVE-2022-22931 enables a user to access other users' data stores by bypassing directory validations.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2022-22931?

Yes, there are references available for CVE-2022-22931. You can find them at the following links: [Link 1](https://lists.apache.org/thread/bp8yql4wws56jlh0vxoowj7foothsmpr), [Link 2](https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/02/07/1).

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