Checkmk Vulnerability: The Path Less Traveled (but More Dangerous)
Checkmk versions before 2.4.0p13 are vulnerable to a path traversal exploit, allowing reports to be stored in arbitrary server locations. This oversight in filename validation means attackers can give your server files an uninvited tour. Fortunately, the issue is fixed in newer versions—because nobody wants their server to become a storage B&B.
Hot Take:
Checkmk’s latest vulnerability is giving hackers a free pass to take the scenic route through your server’s file paths! With path traversal vulnerabilities, it’s like inviting them to a Halloween party with no costume restrictions. Spooky, right? But don’t worry—if you’ve updated to the latest version, you’re all set to ghost those unwanted guests. Boo-yeah!
Key Points:
- Checkmk is susceptible to a path traversal vulnerability, allowing report storage in arbitrary server locations.
- Vulnerability affects versions before 2.4.0p13, 2.3.0p38, and 2.2.0p46, as well as starting from 2.1.0b1.
- The vulnerability allows potential remote code execution, although a working exploit chain hasn’t been observed.
- Updating to the latest versions mitigates this vulnerability.
- Path traversal is possible due to insufficient validation and variable misuse in file path construction.
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