CVE-2022-22932: Path traversal flaws

Published Jan 9, 2022
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Updated

A flaw was found in the Apache Karaf obr: command, where a partial path traversal issue allows a break out of the expected folder. This entry is set by the user.

Other sources

Apache Karaf obr: commands and run goal on the karaf-maven-plugin have partial path traversal which allows to break out of expected folder. The risk is low as obr: commands are not very used and the entry is set by user.

This has been fixed in revision: https://gitbox.apache.org/repos/asf?p=karaf.git;h=36a2bc4 https://gitbox.apache.org/repos/asf?p=karaf.git;h=52b70cf

Mitigation: Apache Karaf users should upgrade to 4.2.15 or 4.3.6 or later as soon as possible, or use correct path.

JIRA Tickets: https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/KARAF-7326

Red Hat

Affected Software

2 affected components
Apache Karaf<4.2.15
Apache Karaf>=4.3.0<4.3.6

Event History

Jan 9, 2022
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 26, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:10 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22932?

The severity of CVE-2022-22932 is medium (5.4).

2

What is the description of CVE-2022-22932?

CVE-2022-22932 is a flaw found in the Apache Karaf obr:* command that allows partial path traversal and potential folder traversal.

3

How can I fix CVE-2022-22932 in Apache Karaf?

To fix CVE-2022-22932 in Apache Karaf, you should update to the latest revision of the karaf-maven-plugin from the official Apache Karaf repository.

4

Are there any known references for CVE-2022-22932?

Yes, the following are references for CVE-2022-22932: [Reference 1](https://gitbox.apache.org/repos/asf?p=karaf.git;h=36a2bc4), [Reference 2](https://gitbox.apache.org/repos/asf?p=karaf.git;h=52b70cf), [Reference 3](https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/KARAF-7326).

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