CVE-2023-29159
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.03%
Last modified
CVE-2023-29159 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Directory traversal vulnerability in Starlette versions 0.13.5 and later and prior to 0.27.0 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to view files in a web service which was built using Starlette.. EPSS estimates a 2.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in Starlette versions 0.13.5 and later and prior to 0.27.0 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to view files in a web service which was built using Starlette.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Encode | Starlette | >= 0.13.5, < 0.27.0 |
References
- https://github.com/encode/starlette/security/advisories/GHSA-v5gw-mw7f-84pxExploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN95981715/Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/encode/starlette/security/advisories/GHSA-v5gw-mw7f-84pxExploit, Vendor Advisory
- https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN95981715/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-29159?
Directory traversal vulnerability in Starlette versions 0.13.5 and later and prior to 0.27.0 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to view files in a web service which was built using Starlette.
How severe is CVE-2023-29159?
CVE-2023-29159 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-29159?
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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