CVE-2014-2867

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in PaperThin CommonSpot before 7.0.2 and 8.x before 8.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading…

published April 15, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unrestricted file upload vulnerability could leave you vulnerable! Picture this: a digital gopher sneaking in arbitrary ColdFusion code through an unnoticed backdoor. 😱 Think of it like a hotel that allows guests to check in with any luggage, including mysterious packages. If no one inspects them, who knows what could be tucked away inside? An attacker could potentially upload malicious code and execute it on your server, leading to full control over the system. This means they could steal sensitive information, modify website content, or even cause complete chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that allows guests to check in with any luggage, including mysterious packages. If no one inspects them, who knows what could be tucked away inside? This vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload a ColdFusion page due to a lack of proper validation. Once uploaded, attackers can access and execute the code they implanted, opening the door to various exploits.

What to do

An attacker could potentially upload malicious code and execute it on your server, leading to full control over the system. This means they could steal sensitive information, modify website content, or even cause complete chaos! To safeguard your system, update to version 7.0.2 or 8.0.3 or later. Additionally, implement strict file upload controls, ensuring that only approved file types are allowed. Regularly audit your server for any unauthorized uploads as a precaution. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be able to keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05036 · 92.2th percentile
Published
2014-04-15T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 APR 23:00Z
    Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in PaperThin CommonSpot before 7.0.2 and 8.x before 8.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading…
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