CVE-2024-7609 in VOC TESTER
Summary
by MITRE • 09/11/2024
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Vidco Software VOC TESTER allows Path Traversal.
This issue affects VOC TESTER: before 12.34.8.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/03/2026
The CVE-2024-7609 vulnerability represents a critical path traversal flaw in Vidco Software VOC TESTER application, specifically impacting versions prior to 12.34.8. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-22 category, which categorizes improper limitation of pathname to restricted directory as a fundamental security weakness that allows attackers to access files and directories outside the intended scope. The vulnerability exists within the software's handling of file paths during file operations, where input validation and sanitization mechanisms fail to properly restrict user-supplied pathname data. This flaw enables malicious actors to manipulate file access patterns and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive system resources.
The technical implementation of this path traversal vulnerability allows an attacker to exploit the application's file handling routines by crafting malicious input that bypasses normal directory restrictions. When the VOC TESTER application processes user-provided file paths without adequate validation, it fails to properly sanitize or normalize the input before using it in file system operations. This weakness can be exploited through various means including directory traversal sequences such as '../' or similar path manipulation techniques that allow attackers to navigate outside the application's intended working directory. The vulnerability specifically manifests when the software attempts to open, read, or write files using attacker-controlled pathnames that have not been properly validated against a whitelist of acceptable directories.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized file access, as it can potentially lead to complete system compromise depending on the application's privileges and the underlying operating system configuration. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to read sensitive configuration files, access database files, retrieve source code, or even execute arbitrary code if the application runs with elevated privileges. The implications are particularly severe in enterprise environments where VOC TESTER might be used for testing and validation of critical systems, as it could provide attackers with access to proprietary information, system credentials, or other confidential data. The vulnerability also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for command and script injection, as path traversal can be combined with other attack vectors to achieve more sophisticated exploitation outcomes.
Organizations utilizing Vidco Software VOC TESTER should immediately implement mitigations including updating to version 12.34.8 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address the path traversal vulnerability. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and sanitization measures at the application level can provide defense-in-depth protection against similar issues. System administrators should review and restrict file system permissions for the VOC TESTER application to minimize potential impact from successful exploitation attempts. Network segmentation and monitoring should be implemented to detect anomalous file access patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of adhering to secure coding practices as outlined in OWASP Top Ten and NIST Cybersecurity Framework guidelines, particularly focusing on input validation and access control mechanisms that prevent unauthorized path traversal operations.