CVE-2023-53907
Authenticated Directory Traversal in Bludit Backup Plugin Allows Arbitrary File Access
Publication date: 2025-12-17
Last updated on: 2025-12-17
Assigner: VulnCheck
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| bludit | bludit | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-22 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in Bludit versions before 3.13.1 within the Backup Plugin. It allows authenticated users to exploit the plugin's file download functionality by manipulating file path parameters, enabling them to perform directory traversal and access arbitrary files on the system, including sensitive system files.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow an attacker with login access to read sensitive system files that they should not have access to. This could lead to exposure of confidential information, potential leakage of system configuration or credentials, and increased risk of further attacks on the system.