Directory Traversal Vulnerability in aaPanel Affects User SSH Keys
CVE-2022-26252

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Aapanel

Status
Aapanel
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 March 2022

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-26252?

aaPanel v6.8.21 has a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to exploit the system and access sensitive files, including the root user's private SSH key (id_rsa). This can lead to unauthorized access to the system, posing a significant security risk. It is critical for users to update their aaPanel installation to mitigate this vulnerability and protect their data.

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-2022-26252 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50780
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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