CVE-2022-48362: Path Traversal

Published Feb 25, 2023
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Updated

Zoho ManageEngine Desktop Central and Desktop Central MSP before 10.1.2137.2 allow directory traversal via computerName to AgentLogUploadServlet. A remote, authenticated attacker could upload arbitrary code that would be executed when Desktop Central is restarted. (The attacker could authenticate by exploiting CVE-2021-44515.)

Affected Software

2 affected components
ZohoCorp Manageengine Desktop Central<10.1.2137.2
ZohoCorp Manageengine Desktop Central<10.1.2137.2

Event History

Feb 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-48362?

CVE-2022-48362 is a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Desktop Central and Desktop Central MSP before version 10.1.2137.2 that allows directory traversal and arbitrary code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-48362?

CVE-2022-48362 has a severity score of 8.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2022-48362 work?

CVE-2022-48362 works by exploiting the directory traversal vulnerability in the computerName parameter of the AgentLogUploadServlet, allowing a remote, authenticated attacker to upload arbitrary code that will be executed when Desktop Central is restarted.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-48362?

Zoho ManageEngine Desktop Central and Desktop Central MSP versions up to and excluding 10.1.2137.2 are affected by CVE-2022-48362.

5

How can CVE-2022-48362 be fixed?

To fix CVE-2022-48362, users should upgrade to version 10.1.2137.2 or later of Zoho ManageEngine Desktop Central and Desktop Central MSP.

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