CVE-2017-16859

Description

The review attachment resource in Atlassian Fisheye and Crucible before version 4.3.2, from version 4.4.0 before 4.4.3 and before version 4.5.0 allows remote attackers to read files contained within context path of the running application through a path traversal vulnerability in the command parameter.

References

Link	Tags
https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/CRUC-8212	issue tracking third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104578	vdb entry third party advisory
https://jira.atlassian.com/browse/FE-7061	issue tracking third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16859?: CVE-2017-16859 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-16859?: To fix CVE-2017-16859, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-16859 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2017-16859 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-16859?: CVE-2017-16859 affects Atlassian Fisheye and Crucible.

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Description

Category

CWE-22 – Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')

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