CVE-2019-16278
Nostromo nhttpd Directory Traversal Vulnerability
Summary
Nostromo nhttpd contains a directory traversal vulnerability in the http_verify() function in a non-chrooted nhttpd server allowing for remote code execution.
Affected software
Vendor: Nostromo · Product: nhttpd
Weakness types (CWE):
What to do
This vulnerability appears in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, meaning it is being exploited in the wild. Prioritize patching affected systems and verify exposure across your estate.
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