Description
Nodebb is an open source Node.js based forum software. Prior to v1.18.5, a path traversal vulnerability was present that allowed users to access JSON files outside of the expected `languages/` directory. The vulnerability has been patched as of v1.18.5. Users are advised to upgrade as soon as possible.
Remediation
References
https://blog.sonarsource.com/nodebb-remote-code-execution-with-one-shot/
https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/commit/c8b2fc46dc698db687379106b3f01c71b80f495f
https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/releases/tag/v1.18.5
https://github.com/NodeBB/NodeBB/security/advisories/GHSA-pfj7-2qfw-vwgm