CVE-2015-8249

The FileUploadServlet class in ManageEngine Desktop Central 9 before build 91093 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files via the…

published September 27, 2017

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
74%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty file upload vulnerability lets remote attackers slip arbitrary files into ManageEngine Desktop Central! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery person who doesn't check the package contents before bringing them inside — anyone could send in a harmful item without a second glance! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious code that runs on the server, potentially leading to full system compromise. Imagine unauthorized users gaining access to sensitive data and executing harmful commands — a total disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery person who doesn't check the package contents before bringing them inside — anyone could send in a harmful item without a second glance! The vulnerability in the FileUploadServlet class allows attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files by manipulating the ConnectionId parameter, bypassing any necessary restrictions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious code that runs on the server, potentially leading to full system compromise. Imagine unauthorized users gaining access to sensitive data and executing harmful commands — a total disaster! You should upgrade to build 91093 or later immediately to patch this vulnerability. Review your settings to ensure that file upload controls are appropriately enforced and consider implementing additional validation for uploaded files. Don't forget to do a security audit of your current configuration! You've got this! Just follow these steps, and you'll be on your way to securing your system in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.73603 · 99.5th percentile
Published
2017-09-27T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 SEP 17:00Z
    The FileUploadServlet class in ManageEngine Desktop Central 9 before build 91093 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files via the…
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