CVE-2023-53907 (GCVE-0-2023-53907)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2025-12-17 22:44 – Updated: 2026-04-07 14:07
VLAI
EPSS
VEX
Title
Bludit 3.13.1 Authenticated Arbitrary File Download via Backup Plugin
Summary
Bludit versions before 3.13.1 contain an authenticated file download vulnerability in the Backup Plugin that allows logged-in users to access arbitrary files. Attackers can exploit the plugin's download functionality by manipulating file path parameters to read sensitive system files through directory traversal.
Severity
SSVC
Exploitation: none
Automatable: no
Technical Impact: partial
CISA Coordinator · CISA-ADP (v2.0.3)
Decision recorded 2025-12-18 14:51 UTC
CWE
- CWE-22 - Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
Assigner
References
3 references
| URL | Tags |
|---|---|
| https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51541 | exploit |
| https://www.bludit.com | product |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/bludit-authe… | third-party-advisory |
Impacted products
1 product
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bludit | Backup Plugin |
Affected:
3.13.1
|
guessed |
Date Public
2023-06-23 00:00
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