CVE-2024-44017

Summary

CVE-2024-44017 is a newly disclosed vulnerability that affects the MH Board software, versions n/a through 1.3.2.1. This issue involves an improper limitation of a pathname, leading to a Path Traversal vulnerability. Attackers can exploit this flaw to include and execute arbitrary PHP files on the affected system, potentially leading to significant security risks. The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or functionality. This type of vulnerability can be particularly dangerous if the system contains important files or handles critical processes. It is recommended that users of MH Board upgrade to a patched version as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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