Allegra downloadAttachmentGlobal Directory Traversal Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Allegra. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, product implements a registration mechanism that can be used to create a user with a sufficient privilege level.
The specific flaw exists within the downloadAttachmentGlobal action. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose stored credentials, leading to further compromise.
Additional Details
Allegra has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.trackplus.com/en/service/release-notes-reader/7-5-1-release-notes-2.html
Disclosure Timeline
- 2023-12-08 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-02-09 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-07-01 - Advisory Updated
Credit
06fe5fd2bc53027c4a3b7e395af0b850e7b8a044
