YesWiki Security Flaw: Unauthenticated Path Traversal Chaos!

YesWiki versions before 4.5.2 are as secure as a screen door on a submarine, thanks to an unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability. A remote attacker can exploit the ‘squelette’ parameter to read files like /etc/passwd. Remember, if you’re not on version 4.5.2, your data might be starring in its own unauthorized drama.

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YesWiki’s vulnerability is like leaving your front door wide open while announcing it on a megaphone – good luck with those unexpected visitors! Time to upgrade before your files start a new career as public property!

Key Points:

  • YesWiki versions before 4.5.2 are vulnerable to unauthenticated path traversal attacks.
  • The vulnerability allows attackers to read arbitrary files on the server, such as /etc/passwd.
  • CVE ID assigned to this vulnerability is CVE-2025-31131.
  • The CVSS score is a high 8.6, indicating significant risk.
  • Exploitation involves manipulating the ‘squelette’ parameter.

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