Vulnerability Description
OrbiTeam BSCW Server 5.x before 5.2.5 and 7.x before 7.4.4 contains an unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability in the style_name parameter of the theme operation. Attackers can send GET requests to /pub/bscw.cgi/<id>?op=theme with ../ sequences in style_name to read local files such as /etc/passwd. Exploitation evidence was first observed by the Shadowserver Foundation on 2023-10-22.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/projectdiscovery/nuclei-templates/blob/main/http/vulnerabilit
- https://packetstorm.news/files/id/165156/
- https://web.archive.org/web/20260421125237/https://sec-consult.com/vulnerability
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/orbiteam-bscw-server-5.2.5-7.4.4-path-trave
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-48017?
CVE-2021-48017 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). OrbiTeam BSCW Server 5.x before 5.2.5 and 7.x before 7.4.4 contains an unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability in the style_name parameter of the theme operation. Attackers can send GET requests ...
How severe is CVE-2021-48017?
CVE-2021-48017 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-2021-48017?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.