CVE-2022-4244
directory traversal vulnerability in plexus-utils (Maven)
What is CVE-2022-4244 About?
This vulnerability is a directory traversal flaw in plexus-codehaus, allowing attackers to access arbitrary files and directories outside the intended folder. It can lead to exposure of sensitive system information, configuration, and source code. Exploitation is relatively easy by manipulating file paths with specific sequences.
Affected Software
Technical Details
The flaw in plexus-codehaus enables directory traversal, also known as path traversal. Attackers exploit this by sending specially crafted file paths that include sequences like ../ (dot-dot-slash) or their encoded/variant forms, or by using absolute file paths. This manipulation allows the attacker to navigate beyond the intended root directory of the application. Upon successful traversal, the attacker can then access, read, and potentially exfiltrate arbitrary files and directories stored on the file system, which may include sensitive data such as application source code, configuration files, and other critical system files not meant for public access.
What is the Impact of CVE-2022-4244?
Successful exploitation may allow attackers to read, exfiltrate, or manipulate arbitrary files and directories on the underlying file system, leading to information disclosure, unauthorized access to sensitive data, or potential system compromise.
What is the Exploitability of CVE-2022-4244?
Exploitation of this directory traversal vulnerability is straightforward and requires low complexity. Attackers need to craft malicious file paths containing traversal sequences, which can often be done without specialized tools. There are no specific authentication requirements, as the attack typically targets endpoints that process file paths. Privilege requirements are low, as the vulnerability resides in how the application handles file paths. Exploitation is generally remote, as it involves sending crafted input across a network. No special conditions beyond the vulnerable application's file handling mechanism are typically needed. The primary risk factor increasing likelihood is the direct exposure of file-processing endpoints to untrusted input.
What are the Known Public Exploits?
| PoC Author | Link | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| shoucheng3 | Link | PoC for CVE-2022-4244 |
What are the Available Fixes for CVE-2022-4244?
Available Upgrade Options
- org.codehaus.plexus:plexus-utils
- <3.0.24 → Upgrade to 3.0.24
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Book a demoAdditional Resources
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3906
- https://security.snyk.io/vuln/SNYK-JAVA-ORGCODEHAUSPLEXUS-31521
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:2135
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2149841
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-4244
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3906
- https://github.com/codehaus-plexus/plexus-utils/issues/4
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2149841
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-4244
- https://osv.dev/vulnerability/GHSA-g6ph-x5wf-g337
What are Similar Vulnerabilities to CVE-2022-4244?
Similar Vulnerabilities: CVE-2023-2356 , CVE-2008-0130 , CVE-2007-3914 , CVE-2018-19609 , CVE-2018-19296
