Path Traversal Vulnerability in AXIS OS Affecting VAPIX API
CVE-2023-21417

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Axis Communications Ab

Status
Axis Os
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 November 2023

What is CVE-2023-21417?

A vulnerability in AXIS OS's VAPIX API allows for path traversal attacks which can lead to unauthorized file and folder deletion. This flaw requires authentication with an operator or administrator-level service account for exploitation. When using operator service accounts, the risk is limited to non-system files, while administrator privileges allow broader access. AXIS has addressed this issue by releasing patched versions of AXIS OS. For further details and solutions, please consult the Axis security advisory.

Affected Version(s)

AXIS OS AXIS OS 8.50 – 11.6

References

https://www.axis.com/dam/public/2a/82/12/cve-2023-21417-e...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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