CVE-2021-47718CWE-548

OpenBMCS Directory Listing Information Disclosure

High · published December 9, 2025

CVSS v4.0
8.7
EPSS
1%
Percentile
45.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An unauthenticated attacker can easily navigate your server's file structure! With OpenBMCS 2.4, all it takes is exploiting a directory listing to access sensitive files like configuration and database credentials. 🚨 Think of it like a restaurant with a menu displayed in the window — anyone walking by can see what’s inside, even sensitive ingredients and recipes that should be kept secret. This vulnerability allows attackers to peek into your server's internal workings without needing a reservation! If left unaddressed, an attacker could rummage through your sensitive files, discovering everything from database credentials to critical system info. This could lead to unauthorized access, data leaks, and potentially devastating ramifications for your organization. Protecting against this is crucial to maintaining your digital fortress!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a menu displayed in the window — anyone walking by can see what’s inside, even sensitive ingredients and recipes that should be kept secret. This vulnerability allows attackers to peek into your server's internal workings without needing a reservation! This vulnerability in OpenBMCS 2.4 allows unauthenticated users to exploit the directory listing feature to access sensitive files stored in exposed directories like /debug/ and /php/. This means attackers can easily browse these directories and retrieve sensitive configuration data.

What to do

If left unaddressed, an attacker could rummage through your sensitive files, discovering everything from database credentials to critical system info. This could lead to unauthorized access, data leaks, and potentially devastating ramifications for your organization. Protecting against this is crucial to maintaining your digital fortress! Immediately upgrade to the latest version of OpenBMCS to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, consider disabling directory listing functionality and implementing strict access controls to safeguard sensitive files. Regular audits of directory permissions can also help mitigate future risks. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll lock down your server and keep those sneaky attackers at bay. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.7 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00546 · 45.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-548 · Exposure of Information Through Directory Listing
Published
2025-12-09T20:40Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 DEC 20:40Z
    OpenBMCS Directory Listing Information Disclosure
    cvelistv5