Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Citrix XenServer
CVE-2018-14007

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Citrix
Status
Xenserver
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 August 2018

Summary

Citrix XenServer versions 7.1 and newer are susceptible to a directory traversal vulnerability that may allow unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server. This flaw arises from improper validation of user-supplied input, enabling attackers to access filesystem paths outside of the intended directory. Organizations using affected versions should apply the necessary patches and apply security best practices to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-271.html
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105110
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https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX236548
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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