CVE-2021-43788 MEDIUM

CVE-2021-43788: Path traversal in translator module of NobeBB

Vendor Nodebb
Product NodeBB
Weakness CWE-22 · Path traversal
Published November 29, 2021
Last update August 4, 2024
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CVSS base score

5.0/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required Low
User interaction None
Confidentiality Low
Integrity None

CVSS vector

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

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. Prior to v1.18.5, a path traversal vulnerability was present that allowed users to access JSON files outside of the expected `languages/` directory. The vulnerability has been patched as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.

Key dates

02Disclosure timeline

November 29, 2021 CVE published
August 4, 2024 Record updated