CVE-2023-32166

D-Link D-View uploadFile Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability

Description

D-Link D-View uploadFile Directory Traversal Arbitrary File Creation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the uploadFile function. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create files in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-19527.

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 40.61% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory dlink.com
Affected: D-Link D-View
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-717/
https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10332 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-32166?
CVE-2023-32166 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-32166?
To fix CVE-2023-32166, 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-2023-32166 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-32166 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~41% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-32166?
CVE-2023-32166 affects D-Link D-View.
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