CVE-2019-14751
UnknownEPSS 5.83%
Last modified
CVE-2019-14751 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. NLTK Downloader before 3.4.5 is vulnerable to a directory traversal, allowing attackers to write arbitrary files via a ../ (dot dot slash) in an NLTK package (ZIP archive) that is mishandled during extraction.. EPSS estimates a 5.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NLTK Downloader before 3.4.5 is vulnerable to a directory traversal, allowing attackers to write arbitrary files via a ../ (dot dot slash) in an NLTK package (ZIP archive) that is mishandled during extraction.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nltk | Nltk | < 3.4.5 |
References
- https://github.com/mssalvatore/CVE-2019-14751_PoCExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nltk/nltk/blob/3.4.5/ChangeLogRelease Notes
- https://salvatoresecurity.com/zip-slip-in-nltk-cve-2019-14751/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mssalvatore/CVE-2019-14751_PoCExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/nltk/nltk/blob/3.4.5/ChangeLogRelease Notes
- https://salvatoresecurity.com/zip-slip-in-nltk-cve-2019-14751/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-14751?
NLTK Downloader before 3.4.5 is vulnerable to a directory traversal, allowing attackers to write arbitrary files via a ../ (dot dot slash) in an NLTK package (ZIP archive) that is mishandled during extraction.
How severe is CVE-2019-14751?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-14751 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14751?
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.
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