#VU7337 Path traversal in Nuxeo Platform - CVE-2017-5869

Vulnerability identifier: #VU7337

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 7.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-5869

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Nuxeo Platform
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Nuxeo

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The weakness exists due to directory traversal in the file import feature. A remote attacker can submit a specially crafted JSP code and execute it on a targeted system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Nuxeo Platform: 6.0 - 7.3

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External links
https://github.com/nuxeo/nuxeo/commit/6b3113977ef6c2307f940849a2c196621ebf1892

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

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

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.