#VU69833 Path traversal in Lansweeper - CVE-2022-27498

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69833

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-27498

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Lansweeper
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Lansweeper

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences in the TicketTemplateActions.aspx GetTemplateAttachment functionality. A remote administrator can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Lansweeper: 10.1.1.0

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External links
https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1531

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.