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Plain-English summary
CVE-2019-7305 exposes sensitive eXtplorer-related system paths over HTTP on Debian and Ubuntu packages. A remote unauthenticated visitor could read information from /usr/ and /etc/extplorer/. The stated impact is data leakage, information disclosure, and possible remote code execution, so internet-facing deployments need review.
Executive priority
Prioritize review for internet-facing Debian or Ubuntu systems running eXtplorer. The score is medium, but unauthenticated HTTP exposure of system directories can disclose sensitive data and may support follow-on compromise.
Technical view
This is a CWE-200 information exposure in eXtplorer packaging for Ubuntu and Debian. The source attributes it to Makefile patch files that made /usr/ and /etc/extplorer/ world-accessible over HTTP. CVSS 3.1 is 5.8: network, low complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, changed scope, low confidentiality impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on Debian or Ubuntu systems running the affected eXtplorer package, especially if reachable from untrusted networks. The bundle names eXtplorer 2.1.0 and states all Ubuntu and Debian versions are affected.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. Because the issue is remote, unauthenticated, and low complexity, vulnerable internet-facing instances are easier to probe, but exploitation status is unconfirmed from the provided sources.
Researcher notes
Evidence identifies a packaging-induced exposure, not a core application flaw. The provided bundle does not include a specific fixed version, patch status, or exploit evidence, so remediation should be tied to vendor advisories and local exposure validation.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory Debian and Ubuntu hosts for installed eXtplorer packages.
- Check vendor guidance and package repositories for corrected eXtplorer builds.
- Restrict HTTP access to eXtplorer from untrusted networks.
- Disable or remove eXtplorer where it is not required.
- Review exposed files for leaked secrets or operational details.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether eXtplorer is installed on Debian or Ubuntu systems.
- Verify whether /usr/ is reachable through the eXtplorer web path.
- Verify whether /etc/extplorer/ is reachable over HTTP.
- Check web server access logs for requests to these exposed paths.
- Document package version, exposure path, and network reachability.
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Medium
- CVSS
- 5.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N3.91.4Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
5.8MediumVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:N
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/1822013CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
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