CVE-2025-65074CWE-22CWE-78

OS Command Injection via Path Traversal in WaveStore Server

High · published December 16, 2025

CVSS v4.0
8.6
EPSS
0%
Percentile
41.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A high-privilege user can exploit path traversal in the WaveView client to execute any OS command on the WaveStore Server, bypassing restrictions like a VIP sneaking backstage! 🎭 Think of the WaveView client as a concert with a strict guest list. If someone with a special pass (a high-privileged user) finds a way around security (path traversal), they could access restricted areas and cause chaos. This vulnerability is particularly concerning as it allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server. This could lead to unauthorized data access, system manipulation, or even complete server takeover, which is absolutely devastating for any organization reliant on the server's integrity!

Put simply

Think of the WaveView client as a concert with a strict guest list. If someone with a special pass (a high-privileged user) finds a way around security (path traversal), they could access restricted areas and cause chaos. The exploit leverages path traversal in the 'showerr' script, allowing a high-privileged user to execute arbitrary OS commands on the connected WaveStore Server, effectively bypassing the intended command restrictions.

What to do

This vulnerability is particularly concerning as it allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server. This could lead to unauthorized data access, system manipulation, or even complete server takeover, which is absolutely devastating for any organization reliant on the server's integrity! To mitigate this risk, upgrade the WaveView client to version 6.44.44 immediately. Additionally, review user privileges and restrict them as necessary to limit exposure. Regularly audit your systems for any unusual activity to ensure you remain secure. You've got this! With these steps, you'll boost your security and safeguard your server in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.6 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00489 · 41.1th percentile
Weaknesses
CWE-22 · Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal'); CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2025-12-16T12:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 DEC 12:25Z
    OS Command Injection via Path Traversal in WaveStore Server
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