CVE Catalog

CVE-2022-50890

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Owlfiles File Manager 12.0.1 contains a path traversal vulnerability in its built-in HTTP server that allows attackers to access system directories. Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by crafting GET requests with directory traversal sequences to access restricted system directories on the device.

Risk Assessment

The risk to the organization includes unauthorized access to sensitive files and system directories, which could lead to data disclosure, system integrity compromise, or further privilege escalation.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update Owlfiles File Manager to the latest version that fixes this vulnerability. Additionally, restrict access to the built-in HTTP server to trusted networks only and monitor logs for suspicious requests.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Owlfiles File Manager 12.0.1 contains a path traversal vulnerability in its built-in HTTP server that allows attackers to access system directories. Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by crafting GET requests with directory traversal sequences to access restricted system directories on the device.

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