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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2022-25299

This affects the package cesanta/mongoose before 7.6. The unsafe handling of file names during upload using mg_http_upload() method may enable attackers to write files to arbitrary locations outside t...

Vulnerability Description

This affects the package cesanta/mongoose before 7.6. The unsafe handling of file names during upload using mg_http_upload() method may enable attackers to write files to arbitrary locations outside the designated target folder.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
CesantaMongoose< 7.6

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-552

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-25299?

CVE-2022-25299 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). This affects the package cesanta/mongoose before 7.6. The unsafe handling of file names during upload using mg_http_upload() method may enable attackers to write files to arbitrary locations outside t...

How severe is CVE-2022-25299?

CVE-2022-25299 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-25299?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cesanta Mongoose.