CVE-2021-40960

Galera WebTemplate 1.0 is affected by a directory traversal vulnerability that could reveal information from /etc/passwd and /etc/shadow

published October 1, 2021

CVSS
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EPSS
10%
Percentile
95.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky directory traversal could expose sensitive data! Galera WebTemplate 1.0 lets attackers peek into /etc/passwd and /etc/shadow files like a nosy neighbor looking through your window! Think of it as leaving your house keys under the doormat. An attacker simply follows the path up to your door, lifting the mat to find the key that unlocks your private information. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow unauthorized individuals to view sensitive system information, potentially leading to further attacks. It's a door left ajar, inviting trouble into your digital space. While it's not currently known to be exploited, the risk remains real and concerning.

Put simply

Think of it as leaving your house keys under the doormat. An attacker simply follows the path up to your door, lifting the mat to find the key that unlocks your private information. This directory traversal vulnerability in Galera WebTemplate 1.0 allows attackers to access restricted files by navigating through the directory structure, bypassing normal access controls.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow unauthorized individuals to view sensitive system information, potentially leading to further attacks. It's a door left ajar, inviting trouble into your digital space. While it's not currently known to be exploited, the risk remains real and concerning. To mitigate this risk, update Galera WebTemplate to a patched version if available. Additionally, implement strict file permission controls and web application firewall rules to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive directories. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll secure your environment and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09920 · 95.6th percentile
Published
2021-10-01T13:12Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 OCT 13:12Z
    Galera WebTemplate 1.0 is affected by a directory traversal vulnerability that could reveal information from /etc/passwd and /etc/shadow
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