CVE-2004-1857 describes a directory traversal vulnerability in HP Web Jetadmin 7.5.2546, specifically within the setinfo.hts script. This flaw allows remote authenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the 'setinclude' parameter with a directory traversal sequence. Despite a low CVSS score of 2.1 (local access, low complexity, partial confidentiality impact), its EPSS and FAUCET scores indicate a higher potential risk. While no active exploitation is confirmed and it's not on the KEV catalog, ExploitDB lists a related directory traversal exploit, suggesting proof-of-concept code exists. Community discussion and media coverage are minimal, typical for older CVEs.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
7.5.2546CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:hp:web_jetadmin:7.5.2546:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
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