CVE-2024-6851

Arbitrary File Deletion in aimhubio/aim

Description

In version 3.22.0 of aimhubio/aim, the LocalFileManager._cleanup function in the aim tracking server accepts a user-specified glob-pattern for deleting files. The function does not verify that the matched files are within the directory managed by LocalFileManager, allowing a maliciously crafted glob-pattern to lead to arbitrary file deletion.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.18%
Affected: aimhubio aimhubio/aim
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://huntr.com/bounties/839703fb-23b7-4dc4-ae81-44cd4740d3f3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6851?
CVE-2024-6851 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-6851?
To fix CVE-2024-6851, 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-2024-6851 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-6851 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-2024-6851?
CVE-2024-6851 affects aimhubio aimhubio/aim.
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