CVE-2021-43778

Public Exploit
Path traversal in GLPI barcode plugin

Description

Barcode is a GLPI plugin for printing barcodes and QR codes. GLPI instances version 2.x prior to version 2.6.1 with the barcode plugin installed are vulnerable to a path traversal vulnerability. This issue was patched in version 2.6.1. As a workaround, delete the `front/send.php` file.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 90.30% Top 5%
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Affected: pluginsGLPI barcode
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/pluginsGLPI/barcode/security/advisories/GHSA-2pjh-h828-wcw9 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/pluginsGLPI/barcode/commit/428c3d9adfb446e8492b1c2b7affb3d34072ff46 third party advisory patch
https://github.com/hansmach1ne/MyExploits/tree/main/Path%20Traversal%20in%20GLPI%20Barcode%20plugin third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/pluginsGLPI/barcode/releases/tag/2.6.1 third party advisory release notes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-43778?
CVE-2021-43778 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-43778?
To fix CVE-2021-43778, 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-2021-43778 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-43778 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~90% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-43778?
CVE-2021-43778 affects pluginsGLPI barcode.
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