CVE-2011-3587

Unspecified vulnerability in Zope 2.12.x and 2.13.x, as used in Plone 4.0.x through 4.0.9, 4.1, and 4.2 through 4.2a2, allows remote attackers to execute…

published October 10, 2011

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.6th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
78%
Percentile
99.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A surprising gap in Zope could let attackers execute commands remotely! Think of it as leaving a backdoor unlocked in your virtual office. 🔐 This vulnerability is like a delivery service that accidentally delivers items to unauthorized addresses because it doesn't check the recipient first. It’s a simple oversight, but the consequences can be wildly unpredictable! If exploited, attackers could execute arbitrary commands on your server, potentially leading to data breaches or full control over your system. The ramifications could be severe, especially if sensitive information is compromised or malicious activities are conducted under your name.

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a delivery service that accidentally delivers items to unauthorized addresses because it doesn't check the recipient first. It’s a simple oversight, but the consequences can be wildly unpredictable! The unspecified vulnerability in Zope 2.12.x and 2.13.x affects the p_ class in OFS/misc_.py, allowing attackers to exploit improperly vetted Python module usages for remote command execution.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could execute arbitrary commands on your server, potentially leading to data breaches or full control over your system. The ramifications could be severe, especially if sensitive information is compromised or malicious activities are conducted under your name. Update Zope to the latest version if possible, review your configurations, and ensure that unnecessary modules are disabled. Regularly audit your installation for any unusual activity. You've got this! By staying vigilant and proactive, you can secure your systems like a true security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.78079 · 99.6th percentile
Published
2011-10-10T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 OCT 10:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Zope 2.12.x and 2.13.x, as used in Plone 4.0.x through 4.0.9, 4.1, and 4.2 through 4.2a2, allows remote attackers to execute…
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