Vulnerability Description
The mkdocs 1.2.2 built-in dev-server allows directory traversal using the port 8000, enabling remote exploitation to obtain :sensitive information. NOTE: the vendor has disputed this as described in https://github.com/mkdocs/mkdocs/issues/2601.] and https://github.com/nisdn/CVE-2021-40978/issues/1
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mkdocs | Mkdocs | 1.2.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/mkdocs/mkdocsThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mkdocs/mkdocs/issues/2601Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nisdn/CVE-2021-40978ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nisdn/CVE-2021-40978/issues/1Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mkdocs/mkdocsThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mkdocs/mkdocs/issues/2601Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nisdn/CVE-2021-40978ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nisdn/CVE-2021-40978/issues/1Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40978?
CVE-2021-40978 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The mkdocs 1.2.2 built-in dev-server allows directory traversal using the port 8000, enabling remote exploitation to obtain :sensitive information. NOTE: the vendor has disputed this as described in h...
How severe is CVE-2021-40978?
CVE-2021-40978 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-40978?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mkdocs Mkdocs.