Directory Traversal Vulnerability in SaltStack's Salt Master Cache Directory
CVE-2024-38824

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vmware
Status
Salt
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 June 2025

What is CVE-2024-38824?

A directory traversal vulnerability has been identified in SaltStack's software, specifically within the recv_file method. This security issue enables malicious actors to manipulate file paths, potentially allowing arbitrary files to be written to the master cache directory. Such a vulnerability poses risks to data integrity and system security, making it imperative for users to apply updates and review their configurations to mitigate these risks effectively.

Affected Version(s)

SALT 3006.x < 3006.12

SALT 3007.x < 3007.4

References

https://docs.saltproject.io/en/3006/topics/releases/3006....
https://docs.saltproject.io/en/3007/topics/releases/3007....

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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