CVE-2023-46988: document server Path Traversal

Description

Path Traversal vulnerability in ONLYOFFICE Document Server before v8.0.1 allows a remote attacker to copy arbitrary files by manipulating the fileExt parameter in the /example/editor endpoint, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potential Denial of Service (DoS).

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.7

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-22 Path Traversal

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
onlyoffice	document_server	7.4.0 — 8.0.1

References

Exploits

https://medium.com/@mihat2/onlyoffice-document-server-path-traversal-fdd573fec291

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-46988? +

Path Traversal vulnerability in ONLYOFFICE Document Server before v8.0.1 allows a remote attacker to copy arbitrary files by manipulating the fileExt parameter in the /example/editor endpoint, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potential Denial of Service (DoS). It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-46988? +

CVE-2023-46988 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.7 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-46988? +

CVE-2023-46988 affects products from onlyoffice, specifically: document_server. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-46988? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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