CVE-2024-8941

Summary

CVE-2024-8941 is a newly disclosed path traversal vulnerability affecting Scriptcase version 9.4.019. This issue lies in the file /scriptcase/devel/compat/nm_edit_php_edit.php, specifically in the "subpage" parameter. Unauthenticated remote users can exploit this flaw to bypass SecurityManager's intended restrictions and access parent directories. They may also directly read files using a "/..." technique or through the POST parameter "field_file" in a web application. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it enables unauthorized listings and readings of sensitive data.

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