CVE-2019-25355
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Directory Traversal in gSOAP 2.8 Allows Unauthorized File Access

Publication date: 2026-02-18

Last updated on: 2026-02-26

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
gSOAP 2.8 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to access system files by manipulating HTTP path traversal techniques. Attackers can retrieve sensitive files like /etc/passwd by sending crafted GET requests with multiple '../' directory traversal sequences.
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Published
2026-02-18
Last Modified
2026-02-26
Generated
2026-06-16
AI Q&A
2026-02-19
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2019-25355
EUVD
EUVD-2019-19708
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Vendor Product Version / Range
genivia gsoap 2.8.0
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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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Executive Summary

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.

Impact Analysis

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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