SB20241210111 - Path traversal in Microsoft Windows File Explorer



SB20241210111 - Path traversal in Microsoft Windows File Explorer

Published: December 10, 2024 Updated: December 13, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20241210111
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Path traversal (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-49082)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences in Windows File Explorer. A remote attacker can use a specially crafted filename to delete or disclose information in the context of the current user.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.