#VU86301 Path traversal


Published: 2024-02-09

Vulnerability identifier: #VU86301

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-42280

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
DGX Station A100
Hardware solutions / Firmware
DGX Station A800
Hardware solutions / Firmware
Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: nVidia

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences in the SPX REST authorization handler. A local user can send a specially crafted HTTP request and read arbitrary files on the system, leading to privilege escalation.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

DGX Station A100: All versions

DGX Station A800: All versions


External links
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5513


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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


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