CVE-2022-36982: Ivanti Avalanche AgentTaskHandler Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on affected installations of Ivanti Avalanche 6.3.3.101. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the AgentTaskHandler class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose stored session cookies, leading to further compromise. Was ZDI-CAN-15967.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files on affected installations of Ivanti Avalanche. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the AgentTaskHandler class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose stored session cookies, leading to further compromise.
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What is the vulnerability ID for this Ivanti Avalanche vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Ivanti Avalanche vulnerability is CVE-2022-36982.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-36982?
The severity of CVE-2022-36982 is high with a CVSS score of 7.5.
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-36982?
The affected software for CVE-2022-36982 is Ivanti Avalanche 6.3.3.101.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2022-36982?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2022-36982 by reading arbitrary files on affected installations of Ivanti Avalanche 6.3.3.101.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2022-36982?
Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2022-36982, but the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed.