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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in tstafford include-file include-file allows Path Traversal.This issue affects include-file: from n/a through <= 1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The include-file component contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended scope. No user interaction is required. This affects all versions up to and including 1.0.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server filesystem.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files (config, database credentials, private keys) may be exposed to authenticated users.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have low-level authenticated access to the application.
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