CVE-2023-38950: ZKTeco BioTime Path Traversal Vulnerability

Published Aug 3, 2023
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Updated

A path traversal vulnerability in the iclock API of ZKTeco BioTime v8.5.5 allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files via supplying a crafted payload.

Other sources

ZKTeco BioTime contains a path traversal vulnerability in the iclock API that allows an unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files via supplying a crafted payload.

CISA

Affected Software

3 affected components
ZKTeco BioTime=8.5.5
ZKTeco BioTime
ZKTeco BioTime<9.0.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade ZKTeco BioTime to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 9.0.120240617.19506

Event History

Aug 3, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
11:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 19, 2025
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?

The vulnerability ID for this security issue is CVE-2023-38950.

2

What is the title of this vulnerability?

The title of this vulnerability is 'A path traversal vulnerability in the iclock API of ZKTeco BioTime v8.5.5 allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files via supplying a crafted payload.'

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38950?

The severity of CVE-2023-38950 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.5.

4

What software version is affected by CVE-2023-38950?

The affected software version is ZKTeco BioTime v8.5.5.

5

How can I fix the vulnerability in ZKTeco BioTime v8.5.5?

To fix the vulnerability in ZKTeco BioTime v8.5.5, it is recommended to update to the latest version provided by the vendor.

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