CVE-2016-6269

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Trend Micro Smart Protection Server 2.5 before build 2200, 2.6 before build 2106, and 3.0 before build 1330…

published January 30, 2017

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty directory traversal glitch lurks in Trend Micro Smart Protection Server! Attackers can read and delete any file they fancy, just by tweaking the tmpfname parameter — how sneaky is that? Think of it as a restaurant where the chef leaves the back door unlocked, allowing anyone to sneak in and order from the entire menu without paying — not a great recipe for security! This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive files, meaning an attacker could potentially read confidential data or delete crucial logs. While this isn't the end of the world, it could definitely stir up unnecessary chaos!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the chef leaves the back door unlocked, allowing anyone to sneak in and order from the entire menu without paying — not a great recipe for security! Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Trend Micro Smart Protection Server 2.5, 2.6, and 3.0 versions allow remote attackers to access arbitrary files through specific parameters in PHP scripts, exploiting a lack of proper input validation.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive files, meaning an attacker could potentially read confidential data or delete crucial logs. While this isn't the end of the world, it could definitely stir up unnecessary chaos! It's important to patch your systems immediately to the latest builds: 2.5 build 2200, 2.6 build 2106, and 3.0 build 1330. Additionally, review your server's file permissions and validate all user inputs to enhance security. Don't wait! You've got this! With these steps, you can lock things down and keep those virtual kitchen doors firmly shut! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03723 · 89.7th percentile
Published
2017-01-30T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 JAN 22:00Z
    Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Trend Micro Smart Protection Server 2.5 before build 2200, 2.6 before build 2106, and 3.0 before build 1330…
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