CVE-2019-16868
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.56%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16868 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. emlog through 6.0.0beta has an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via an admin/data.php?action=dell_all_bak request with directory traversal sequences in the bak[] parameter.. EPSS estimates a 2.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
emlog through 6.0.0beta has an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via an admin/data.php?action=dell_all_bak request with directory traversal sequences in the bak[] parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emlog | Emlog | <= 5.3.1 | — |
| Emlog | Emlog | 6.0.0 | Beta |
References
- https://github.com/emlog/emlog/issues/48Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/emlog/emlog/issues/48Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16868?
emlog through 6.0.0beta has an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability via an admin/data.php?action=dell_all_bak request with directory traversal sequences in the bak[] parameter.
How severe is CVE-2019-16868?
CVE-2019-16868 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16868?
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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