Vulnerability Description
Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. Prior to v1.18.5, a path traversal vulnerability was present that allowed users to access JSON files outside of the expected `languages/` directory. The vulnerability has been patched as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nodebb | Nodebb | >= 1.0.4, <= 1.18.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/c8b2fc46dc698db687379106b3f01c71b80f495fPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-pfj7-2qfw-vwgmThird Party Advisory
- https://blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/c8b2fc46dc698db687379106b3f01c71b80f495fPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-pfj7-2qfw-vwgmThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-43788?
CVE-2021-43788 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. Prior to v1.18.5, a path traversal vulnerability was present that allowed users to access JSON files outside of the expected `languages/` directo...
How severe is CVE-2021-43788?
CVE-2021-43788 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-43788?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nodebb Nodebb.