CWE-45—Path Equivalence: 'file...name' (Multiple Internal Dot)

Weakness Name

Path Equivalence: 'file...name' (Multiple Internal Dot)

Description

The product accepts path input in the form of multiple internal dot ('file...dir') without appropriate validation, which can lead to ambiguous path resolution and allow an attacker to traverse the file system to unintended locations or access arbitrary files.

Common Consequences

Scope:

Confidentiality, Integrity

Impact:

Read Files or Directories, Modify Files or Directories

Related Weaknesses

• CWE-44Path Equivalence: 'file.name' (Internal Dot)
• CWE-165Improper Neutralization of Multiple Internal Special Elements