CVE-2016-20029
ZKTeco ZKBioSecurity 3.0 File Path Manipulation Vulnerability
Description
ZKTeco ZKBioSecurity 3.0 contains a file path manipulation vulnerability that allows attackers to access arbitrary files by modifying file paths used to retrieve local resources. Attackers can manipulate path parameters to bypass access controls and retrieve sensitive information including configuration files, source code, and protected application resources.
INFO
Published Date :
March 15, 2026, 1:35 p.m.
Last Modified :
March 15, 2026, 1:35 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
VulnCheck
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2016-20029
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | MEDIUM | 83251b91-4cc7-4094-a5c7-464a1b83ea10 |
Solution
- Update ZKTeco ZKBioSecurity 3.0 to the latest version.
- Implement strict input validation for file path parameters.
- Review and enforce access controls for all file resources.
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