CVE-2018-14335
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 13.39%
Last modified
CVE-2018-14335 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in H2 1.4.197. Insecure handling of permissions in the backup function allows attackers to read sensitive files (outside of their permissions) via a symlink to a fake database file.. EPSS estimates a 13.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in H2 1.4.197. Insecure handling of permissions in the backup function allows attackers to read sensitive files (outside of their permissions) via a symlink to a fake database file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| H2database | H2 | 1.4.197 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/owodelta/9714faf9a86435cef5a99d4930eaee20Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45105/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://gist.github.com/owodelta/9714faf9a86435cef5a99d4930eaee20Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45105/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-14335?
An issue was discovered in H2 1.4.197. Insecure handling of permissions in the backup function allows attackers to read sensitive files (outside of their permissions) via a symlink to a fake database file.
How severe is CVE-2018-14335?
CVE-2018-14335 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 13.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-14335?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-14335?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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