CVE-2014-8516

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Visual Mining NetCharts Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an…

published January 3, 2020

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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
82%
Percentile
99.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky unrestricted file upload vulnerability is lurking in Visual Mining NetCharts Server! Attackers can upload executable files, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.😱 Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to bring in their own ingredients without checking — one rogue cook could slip in a recipe for disaster! An attacker could upload malicious code dressed as a harmless file, gaining the power to execute commands on the server. This could lead to data corruption, system compromise, or even a complete takeover of the system's resources — an absolutely devastating scenario!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to bring in their own ingredients without checking — one rogue cook could slip in a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload files with executable extensions without proper validation, enabling them to run arbitrary code on the server when accessed.

What to do

An attacker could upload malicious code dressed as a harmless file, gaining the power to execute commands on the server. This could lead to data corruption, system compromise, or even a complete takeover of the system's resources — an absolutely devastating scenario! To protect against this vulnerability, ensure that your server has strict file type restrictions in place. Implement validation checks for uploaded files, ensuring only safe formats are accepted. Additionally, consider disabling direct access to upload directories to add another layer of protection. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be well on your way to keeping your server secure and resilient!🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.81680 · 99.6th percentile
Published
2020-01-03T20:08Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 JAN 20:08Z
    Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Visual Mining NetCharts Server allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an…
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