Server Directory Traversal Vulnerability in mcstatic Module by Node.js
CVE-2018-16482

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Hackerone

Status
Mcstatic
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 February 2019

What is CVE-2018-16482?

A directory traversal vulnerability has been identified in the mcstatic module for Node.js, specifically in versions up to 0.0.20. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate URL paths by appending slashes, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server's file system. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can bypass security restrictions and gain access to confidential information, raising serious concerns about data exposure in applications using the affected module.

Affected Version(s)

mcstatic <=0.0.20

References

https://hackerone.com/reports/330285
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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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