CVE-2020-25237

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in SINEC NMS (All versions < V1.0 SP1 Update 1), SINEMA Server (All versions < V14.0 SP2 Update 2). When uploading files to an affected system using a zip container, the system does not correctly check if the relative file path of the extracted files is still within the intended target directory. With this an attacker could create or overwrite arbitrary files on an affected system. This type of vulnerability is also known as 'Zip-Slip'. (ZDI-CAN-12054)

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.42% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory siemens.com
Affected: Siemens SINEC NMS
Affected: Siemens SINEMA Server
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-25237?
CVE-2020-25237 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-25237?
To fix CVE-2020-25237, 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-2020-25237 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2020-25237 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-2020-25237?
CVE-2020-25237 affects Siemens SINEC NMS, Siemens SINEMA Server.
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