Directory Traversal Vulnerability in eXtplorer by eXtplorer
CVE-2016-4313

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Extplorer

Status
Extplorer
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 April 2017

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2016-4313?

A directory traversal vulnerability in eXtplorer version 2.1.9 allows remote attackers to exploit the archive extraction feature. By manipulating the input with a dot-dot (..) sequence, attackers can gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary files on the server. This flaw poses significant risks to systems using this version of eXtplorer, enabling potential data breaches and unauthorized file manipulation.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-4313 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538386/100/0/threaded
mailing-listx_refsource_BUGTRAQ
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39816/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
http://hyp3rlinx.altervista.org/advisories/EXTPLORER-ARCH...
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EPSS Score

8% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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