CVE-2021-28588: adobe robohelp_server Path Traversal

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2021-28588 is a high (CVSS 9.0) Path Traversal vulnerability in adobe robohelp_server. EPSS estimates a 6.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 93.4% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 28-06-2021
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 16-09-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

Adobe RoboHelp Server version 2019.0.9 (and earlier) is affected by a Path Traversal vulnerability when parsing a crafted HTTP POST request. An authenticated attacker could leverage this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction.

• CWE-22Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.