CVE-2024-51549CWE-36

Absolute Path Traversal

Critical · published December 5, 2024

CVSS v4.0
9.3
EPSS
1%
Percentile
44.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An absolute file traversal vulnerability could let attackers access and modify files they shouldn't — all thanks to a misconfigured path! Think of it like a library with a poorly marked section: instead of just borrowing books, someone could wander into the restricted archives and start moving, or worse, changing documents without anyone noticing! 📚 This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could manipulate critical system files, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data corruption, or even a complete system takeover. The consequences could be catastrophic for your operations! ⚡

Put simply

Think of it like a library with a poorly marked section: instead of just borrowing books, someone could wander into the restricted archives and start moving, or worse, changing documents without anyone noticing! 📚 This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit path traversal mechanisms, enabling them to access resources outside the intended directories. If the system fails to properly validate file paths, it can lead to unauthorized access and modification of sensitive files.

What to do

This vulnerability is absolutely devastating! An attacker could manipulate critical system files, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data corruption, or even a complete system takeover. The consequences could be catastrophic for your operations! ⚡ Immediate action is paramount! Patch ABB ASPECT, NEXUS Series, and MATRIX Series to versions beyond 3.08.02. Additionally, review and harden your file access controls to prevent unauthorized traversal. 🛡️ You've got this! With these steps, you'll be one step closer to securing your systems and maintaining your security hero status! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:L/SC:L/SI:L/SA:L
EPSS
0.00539 · 44.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-36 · Absolute Path Traversal
Published
2024-12-05T12:54Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 DEC 12:54Z
    Absolute Path Traversal
    cvelistv5