CVE-2022-29517
HighPublic exploitA directory traversal vulnerability exists in the HelpdeskActions.aspx edittemplate functionality of Lansweeper lansweeper 10.1.1.0.
Published Dec 15, 2022 · Updated Apr 15, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-29517 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Lansweeper.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
58%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the HelpdeskActions.aspx edittemplate functionality of Lansweeper lansweeper 10.1.1.0. A specially-crafted HTTP request can lead to arbitrary file upload. An attacker can send an HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| LansweeperLansweeper | 10.1.1.0, >= 10.1.1.0 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 15, 2022
Last updated
Apr 15, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the HelpdeskActions.aspx edittemplate functionality of Lansweeper lansweeper 10.1.1.0.
Affected: Lansweeper versions 10.1.1.0, >= 10.1.1.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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