CVE-2020-36898CWE-22

QiHang Media Web Digital Signage 3.0.9 Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion

High · published December 10, 2025

CVSS v4.0
8.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
77.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated file deletion vulnerability is hiding in QiHang Media Web Digital Signage 3.0.9! Anyone can delete files without even logging in – talk about having an open back door! ⚡ Think of it as a delivery person who can just toss out anyone's packages without needing a signature — they don’t even have to check if the contents are yours! This vulnerability allows attackers to specify which files to delete with nothing holding them accountable. Imagine an attacker swooping in and wiping out crucial files on your server, leading to potential downtime or loss of important data. They could delete anything within reach, wreaking absolute havoc on your digital signage system!

Put simply

Think of it as a delivery person who can just toss out anyone's packages without needing a signature — they don’t even have to check if the contents are yours! This vulnerability allows attackers to specify which files to delete with nothing holding them accountable. This vulnerability exists in the QH.aspx endpoint, where attackers can manipulate the 'data' parameter to send a POST request with directory traversal sequences, thereby deleting arbitrary files without authentication.

What to do

Imagine an attacker swooping in and wiping out crucial files on your server, leading to potential downtime or loss of important data. They could delete anything within reach, wreaking absolute havoc on your digital signage system! To tackle this, immediately update your QiHang Media Web Digital Signage to the latest version! Additionally, implement strict access controls and validate the 'data' parameter to ensure only authorized users can perform file deletions. You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your system and keep those digital signs shining bright! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.01743 · 77.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-22 · Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
Published
2025-12-10T21:03Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 21:03Z
    QiHang Media Web Digital Signage 3.0.9 Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion
    cvelistv5