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CVE-2019-13915: b3log Wide before 1.6.0 allows three types of attacks to access arbitrary files.

b3log Wide before 1.6.0 allows three types of attacks to access arbitrary files. First, the attacker can write code in the editor, and compile and run it approximately three times to read an arbitrary file. Second, the attacker can create a symlink, and then place the symlink into a ZIP archive. An unzip operation leads to read access, and write access (depending on file permissions), to the symlink target. Third, the attacker can import a Git repository that contains a symlink, similarly leading to read and write access.

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Plain-English summary

b3log Wide versions before 1.6.0 could let an attacker reach files outside the intended workspace. The reported paths involve editor code execution and symlink handling in ZIP or Git import workflows. Business impact depends on what files the Wide process can read or write.

Executive priority

Prioritize if Wide is internet-accessible, shared with untrusted users, or runs with broad file permissions. The main concern is unauthorized access to sensitive local files, with possible writes depending on permissions.

Technical view

The CVE describes arbitrary file access in b3log Wide before 1.6.0 via three mechanisms: repeated editor compile/run activity, ZIP extraction involving symlinks, and Git repository import containing symlinks. Write access may also be possible depending on filesystem permissions. Sources do not provide CVSS, CWE, or authentication requirements.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to environments running b3log Wide before 1.6.0, especially where users can access the editor, ZIP extraction, or Git import features. The source bundle does not identify affected CPEs or deployment patterns.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as KEV in the provided bundle, and no cited source states active exploitation. The described attack paths require interaction with Wide features, but the sources do not say whether authentication or specific privileges are required.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, CPE, exploit status, or authentication details are supplied. The strongest technical signal is the CVE description and linked GitHub issue. Treat the version boundary and three file-access vectors as the validated scope.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade b3log Wide to 1.6.0 or later where applicable.
  • Check the upstream GitHub issue and vendor guidance for confirmed fixes.
  • Restrict access to editor, ZIP import, and Git import features.
  • Run Wide with least-privilege filesystem permissions.
  • Review workspace and extraction handling for symlink exposure.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory deployed b3log Wide versions and flag versions before 1.6.0.
  • Confirm whether editor compile/run functionality is exposed to untrusted users.
  • Confirm whether ZIP extraction and Git import are enabled.
  • Review process filesystem permissions for sensitive read or write reach.
  • Check logs for unexpected imports, archives, or file access patterns.
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Confidence
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Sources
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