CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-1593

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

CVE-2016-1593 describes a directory traversal vulnerability in the import users feature in Micro Focus Novell Service Desk before version 7.2, allowing remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute arbitrary JSP files by using .. (dot dot) in a filename within a multipart/form-data POST request.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk to organizations by allowing remote administrators to execute malicious code on the server, potentially leading to serious security breaches. Possible consequences include data loss and unauthorized access to systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Micro Focus Novell Service Desk to version 7.2 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing file upload restrictions and monitoring system logs for unauthorized activities is advisable.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Directory traversal vulnerability in the import users feature in Micro Focus Novell Service Desk before 7.2 allows remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute arbitrary JSP files via a .. (dot dot) in a filename within a multipart/form-data POST request to a LiveTime.woa URL.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS