A comprehensive research study has identified a widespread path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) affecting 1,756 open-source GitHub projects, some of which are highly influential in the software ecosystem. The vulnerability, present in a commonly used Node.js code pattern for creating static HTTP file servers, enables attackers to access files outside of restricted locations, potentially compromising confidentiality […] The post New Study Reveals Vulnerable Code Pattern Putting GitHub Projects at Risk of Path Traversal Attacks appeared first on GBHackers Security | #1 Globally Trusted Cyber Security News Platform.
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