DirectAdmin contains a flaw related to a failure to properly check hard links when creating backups that may allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges and manipulate unspecified files via hard link attacks. No further details have been provided.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Solution:
Upgrade
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 1.38.2 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
