SaltStack Directory Traversal Vulnerability in File Cache Creation

A directory traversal vulnerability has been identified in SaltStack's file cache creation process for minions. This issue allows for writing or overwriting cache files outside of the designated cache directory. The vulnerability arises from the master's default cache configuration, which is susceptible to directory traversal attacks.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized writing or overwriting of cache files in locations outside the intended cache directory, potentially disrupting normal operations or causing data loss.