StuffIt Standard, StuddIt Deluxe, ZipMagic Deluxe, and StuffIt Expandercontain a flaw that allows a remote attacker to overwrite files outside of the target path. The issue is due to the programs not properly sanitizing user input, specifically directory traversal style attacks (../../) supplied via a manipulated ZIP or TAR archive
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Solution
Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue.
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