CVE-2024-52056: Application Delete Path Traversal in Wowza Streaming Engine
First published: Thu Nov 21 2024(Updated: )
Path Traversal in the Manager component of Wowza Streaming Engine below 4.9.1 allows an administrator user to delete any directory on the file system if the target directory contains an XML definition file.
Credit: cve@rapid7.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wowza Streaming Engine | <4.9.1 | |
| All of | ||
| Wowza Streaming Engine | >=4.3.0<4.9.1 | |
| Any of | ||
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-52056?
CVE-2024-52056 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized directory deletions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-52056?
To fix CVE-2024-52056, upgrade Wowza Streaming Engine to version 4.9.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-52056?
CVE-2024-52056 affects Wowza Streaming Engine versions below 4.9.1.
What kind of attack is enabled by CVE-2024-52056?
CVE-2024-52056 enables path traversal attacks that can lead to unauthorized deletion of directories.
Is the vulnerability CVE-2024-52056 remote exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2024-52056 can potentially be exploited remotely by an administrator user.
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