CVE-2021-42853CWE-20

Directory Traversal Delete/Read at AgentDiagnosticServlet

Critical · published March 9, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky directory traversal flaw lets attackers access sensitive logs through a single unguarded API endpoint! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery driver following an incomplete address, leading straight to the backroom filled with sensitive documents. Without proper checks, anyone can waltz right in and take a peek! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access critical log files, potentially exposing sensitive data or sensitive diagnostics that could lead to further attacks. The stakes are high, as this could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the entire system, leaving it wide open for exploitation!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver following an incomplete address, leading straight to the backroom filled with sensitive documents. Without proper checks, anyone can waltz right in and take a peek! This directory traversal vulnerability at the AgentDiagnosticServlet endpoint allows for unvalidated input, enabling attackers to manipulate file paths and read logs that should remain secure.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to access critical log files, potentially exposing sensitive data or sensitive diagnostics that could lead to further attacks. The stakes are high, as this could compromise the integrity and confidentiality of the entire system, leaving it wide open for exploitation! Patch this vulnerability immediately by upgrading to the fixed version. Additionally, implement input validation and sanitize user inputs to prevent similar issues in the future. Regular audits of API endpoints are also recommended to ensure security hygiene! You've got this! With these steps, you'll lock down your system in no time and bolster your security defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01568 · 75.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-20 · Improper Input Validation
Published
2022-03-09T16:51Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 MAR 16:51Z
    Directory Traversal Delete/Read at AgentDiagnosticServlet
    cvelistv5