CVE-2020-12251
CVE-2020-12251 is a low-severity vulnerability in Gigamon Gigavue with a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 2.2)
- CVSS v2: 3.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (64th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Gigamon Gigavue
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An issue was discovered in Gigamon GigaVUE 5.5.01.11. The upload functionality allows an authenticated user to change the filename value (in the POST method) from the original filename to achieve directory traversal via a ../ sequence and, for example, obtain a complete directory listing of the machine.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-12251?
- An issue was discovered in Gigamon GigaVUE 5.5.01.11. The upload functionality allows an authenticated user to change the filename value (in the POST method) from the original filename to achieve directory traversal via a ../ sequence and, for example, obtain a complete directory listing of the machine.
- How severe is CVE-2020-12251?
- CVE-2020-12251 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 2.2, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2020-12251 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-12251?
- CVE-2020-12251 affects Gigamon Gigavue. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-12251?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2020-12251 published?
- CVE-2020-12251 was published on 2020-04-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/157484/Gigamon-GigaVUE-5.5.01.11-Directory-Traversal-File-Upload.html
- https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2020/Apr/56
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:gigamon:gigavue:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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