CVE-2024-53844

Summary

CVE-2024-53844 is a path traversal vulnerability affecting the Enhanced Dialog Driven Interface (EDDI) middleware, specifically the RestExportService.java in its backup export functionality. Maliciously manipulated `botFilename` parameters can lead to unauthorized access of sensitive files on the server. However, the impact of this vulnerability is limited as EDDI usually operates within a Docker container, offering additional security layers and restricted permissions. The recommended solution is to apply the patch in version 5.4, which sanitizes and validates the `botFilename` input. Temporarily, restricting access to the vulnerable endpoint through firewalls or authentication mechanisms is an alternative mitigation measure.

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