CVE-2023-38708

Pimcore Path Traversal Vulnerability in AssetController:importServerFilesAction

Description

Pimcore is an Open Source Data & Experience Management Platform: PIM, MDM, CDP, DAM, DXP/CMS & Digital Commerce. A path traversal vulnerability exists in the `AssetController::importServerFilesAction`, which allows an attacker to overwrite or modify sensitive files by manipulating the pimcore_log parameter.This can lead to potential denial of service---key file overwrite. The impact of this vulnerability allows attackers to: overwrite or modify sensitive files, potentially leading to unauthorized access, privilege escalation, or disclosure of confidential information. This could also cause a denial of service (DoS) if critical system files are overwritten or deleted.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.00%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: pimcore pimcore
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38708?
CVE-2023-38708 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-38708?
To fix CVE-2023-38708, 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-2023-38708 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-38708 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-2023-38708?
CVE-2023-38708 affects pimcore pimcore.
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