CVE-2019-25355
Directory Traversal in gSOAP 2.8 Allows Unauthorized File Access
Publication date: 2026-02-18
Last updated on: 2026-02-26
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| genivia | gsoap | 2.8.0 |
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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 gSOAP 2.8 and is a directory traversal flaw. It allows unauthenticated attackers to access system files by manipulating HTTP path traversal sequences in GET requests. Specifically, attackers can use multiple '../' sequences to navigate directories and retrieve sensitive files such as /etc/passwd.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive system files. Since attackers can access files like /etc/passwd without authentication, this can expose critical information about user accounts and system configuration, potentially aiding further attacks or system compromise.
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