Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Micro Focus Novell Service Desk by Micro Focus
CVE-2016-1593

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Novell
Status
Service Desk
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 April 2016

Summary

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the import users feature of Micro Focus Novell Service Desk. This flaw allows remote authenticated administrators to exploit the system by uploading and executing arbitrary JSP files. The vulnerability is triggered by manipulating the filename with the use of '..' sequences in a multipart/form-data POST request sent to the LiveTime.woa URL. If successful, this exploit could lead to unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code on the server, posing significant risks to data integrity and service availability.

References

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/pedrib/PoC/master/advis...
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https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136646
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538043/100/0/threaded
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EPSS Score

81% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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