CVE-2022-41547 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability identified in the Mobile Security Framework (MobSF) version 0.9.2 and earlier. MobSF is an open-source automated mobile application security testing tool widely used for static and dynamic analysis of Android, iOS, and Windows mobile apps. The vulnerability resides specifically in the StaticAnalyzer/views.py script, which is part of the static analysis component of MobSF. An attacker can exploit this flaw by crafting a specially designed HTTP request that manipulates the file path parameters processed by the vulnerable script. This manipulation allows the attacker to read arbitrary files on the server hosting MobSF, potentially exposing sensitive information such as configuration files, source code, credentials, or other critical data stored on the system. The CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5 (high severity) reflects the fact that the vulnerability can be exploited remotely over the network without any authentication or user interaction, with a low attack complexity. The impact is primarily on confidentiality, as the attacker can access sensitive files, but the integrity and availability of the system are not directly affected. There are no known public exploits in the wild as of the publication date, and no official patches have been linked, indicating that users of MobSF should exercise caution and consider mitigating controls until an update is available. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-98, which relates to improper control of filename for inclusion, a common LFI weakness.

For European organizations, the exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data stored on MobSF servers. Since MobSF is used by security teams, developers, and auditors to analyze mobile applications, the exposure of internal analysis data, proprietary source code, or security configurations could undermine the confidentiality of intellectual property and security assessments. This could facilitate further attacks or data breaches if attackers gain insights into application weaknesses or internal infrastructure. Additionally, if MobSF is deployed in shared or multi-tenant environments, the risk of cross-tenant data leakage increases. The impact is particularly significant for organizations involved in mobile app development, cybersecurity consulting, or those relying on MobSF for compliance and security validation. Given that the vulnerability requires no authentication and can be exploited remotely, attackers could leverage this flaw to gain initial footholds or reconnaissance information without alerting defenders. However, since the vulnerability does not affect system integrity or availability, the threat is primarily data exposure rather than service disruption.

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations using MobSF should first verify if they are running version 0.9.2 or earlier and immediately restrict access to the MobSF web interface to trusted internal networks or VPNs to reduce exposure to external attackers. Implementing strict network segmentation and firewall rules to limit inbound traffic to MobSF servers is critical. Organizations should also monitor web server logs for suspicious HTTP requests that attempt to access unusual file paths or include directory traversal patterns. Until an official patch is released, consider deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with custom rules to detect and block LFI attempts targeting the StaticAnalyzer/views.py endpoint. Additionally, running MobSF in isolated, containerized environments with minimal privileges can limit the potential damage from exploitation. Regularly updating MobSF to the latest version once a patch is available is essential. Finally, conducting internal security audits and penetration tests focusing on MobSF deployments can help identify and remediate any residual risks.