CVE-2024-31818

Directory Traversal vulnerability in DerbyNet v.9.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the page parameter of the kiosk.php component

Critical · published April 12, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky directory traversal in DerbyNet v.9.0 could let remote attackers execute arbitrary code just by manipulating a single page parameter! 🔥 Think of this as a restaurant where the waiter believes any order written down is valid, so someone could slip in a note to cook up something dangerous in the kitchen. 🥴 An attacker could use this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive files, potentially executing malicious code that could wreak havoc on your system. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; we're talking about a full-blown breach that could lead to data loss, system compromise, or worse!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant where the waiter believes any order written down is valid, so someone could slip in a note to cook up something dangerous in the kitchen. 🥴 This directory traversal vulnerability allows attackers to bypass file access controls in the kiosk.php component by manipulating the page parameter, enabling them to execute arbitrary code on the server.

What to do

An attacker could use this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive files, potentially executing malicious code that could wreak havoc on your system. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; we're talking about a full-blown breach that could lead to data loss, system compromise, or worse! Patch to version 9.0.1 or later immediately to close this vulnerability. Additionally, review your server’s input validation mechanisms and ensure strict validation for all file-related parameters. You've got this! By taking these steps, you're stepping up to secure your application like a true security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01949 · 80.1th percentile
Published
2024-04-12T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 APR 00:00Z
    Directory Traversal vulnerability in DerbyNet v.9.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the page parameter of the kiosk.php component
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