CVE-2022-34960
First published: Thu Aug 25 2022(Updated: )
The container package in MikroTik RouterOS 7.4beta4 allows an attacker to create mount points pointing to symbolic links, which resolve to locations on the host device. This allows the attacker to mount any arbitrary file to any location on the host.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MikroTik RouterOS | =7.4-beta4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-34960?
CVE-2022-34960 is a vulnerability in the container package of MikroTik RouterOS 7.4beta4 that allows an attacker to create mount points pointing to symbolic links, which resolve to locations on the host device.
How does CVE-2022-34960 impact MikroTik RouterOS 7.4beta4?
CVE-2022-34960 allows an attacker to mount any arbitrary file to any location on the host device.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-34960?
CVE-2022-34960 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) associated with CVE-2022-34960?
The associated CWE for CVE-2022-34960 is CWE-59 (Improper Link Resolution Before File Access).
How can I mitigate CVE-2022-34960 in MikroTik RouterOS 7.4beta4?
To mitigate CVE-2022-34960, it is recommended to update to a version of MikroTik RouterOS that includes a fix for this vulnerability.
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