Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Unreal Engine UMOD file-handling issue. A malicious mod package could use path traversal in manifest.ini to overwrite files outside the intended install location. Business impact depends on whether legacy Unreal tooling or games still process UMOD files. Likely limited to legacy systems, games, or tooling that install or process Unreal UMOD files. The supplied data lists affected product and versions as n/a, so exposure cannot be mapped reliably from the bundle alone. Medium attention for environments with legacy Unreal Engine or mod workflows; otherwise low immediate urgency. Because affected versions and fixes are absent, prioritize inventory and vendor confirmation before broad remediation work. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems that process Unreal UMOD files.; Avoid installing UMOD files from untrusted sources.; Check Unreal or product vendor guidance for fixed versions..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- unreal-umod-dotdot-file-overwrite(15942)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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