CVE-2022-38423: Adobe ColdFusion Application Server Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability
First published: Fri Oct 14 2022(Updated: )
Adobe ColdFusion versions Update 14 (and earlier) and Update 4 (and earlier) are affected by an Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability that could result in information disclosure. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction, but does require administrator privileges.
Credit: psirt@adobe.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update1 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update10 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update11 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update12 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update13 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update14 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update2 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update3 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update4 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update5 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update6 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update7 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update8 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2018-update9 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021-update1 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021-update2 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021-update3 | |
| Adobe ColdFusion | =2021-update4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38423?
CVE-2022-38423 refers to an Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion that could lead to information disclosure.
What versions of Adobe ColdFusion are affected by CVE-2022-38423?
Adobe ColdFusion versions Update 14 (and earlier) and Update 4 (and earlier) are affected by this vulnerability.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-38423?
No, exploitation of this vulnerability does not require user interaction.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-38423?
CVE-2022-38423 has a severity rating of 4.9 (medium).
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-38423?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-38423 on the Adobe website at the following link: [link](https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb22-44.html).
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