CVE-2017-6377

Description

When adding a private file via the editor in Drupal 8.2.x before 8.2.7, the editor will not correctly check access for the file being attached, resulting in an access bypass.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.26%
Vendor Advisory drupal.org
Affected: Drupal Drupal Core
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038058 vdb entry
https://www.drupal.org/SA-2017-001 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96919 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6377?
CVE-2017-6377 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-6377?
To fix CVE-2017-6377, 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-2017-6377 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-6377 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-6377?
CVE-2017-6377 affects Drupal Drupal Core.
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