CVE-2017-17976

In Utilities.php in Perfex CRM 1.9.7, Unrestricted file upload can lead to remote code execution

published January 26, 2018

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ With a simple file upload, an attacker can take full control of your Perfex CRM! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of this as a delivery driver who accepts any package without checking the contents โ€” they could bring in anything from harmless documents to dangerous explosives. This oversight allows for unrestricted file uploads that could lead to chaos! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to a complete takeover of your system. Imagine them rummaging through your sensitive customer data, changing settings, or even shutting down your whole operation! This could be absolutely devastating for your business and reputation.

Put simply

Think of this as a delivery driver who accepts any package without checking the contents โ€” they could bring in anything from harmless documents to dangerous explosives. This oversight allows for unrestricted file uploads that could lead to chaos! The vulnerability lies in the Utilities.php file of Perfex CRM 1.9.7, where it allows unrestricted file uploads without proper validation, leading to remote code execution capabilities for attackers.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to a complete takeover of your system. Imagine them rummaging through your sensitive customer data, changing settings, or even shutting down your whole operation! This could be absolutely devastating for your business and reputation. To mitigate this risk, upgrade your Perfex CRM to the latest version immediately. Implement strict file type checks to ensure only safe files are allowed, and consider integrating additional security layers like file scanning and validation. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! By following these steps, you can secure your CRM and keep your data safe. ๐Ÿ˜Š

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12506 ยท 96.2th percentile
Published
2018-01-26T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 JAN 20:00Z
    In Utilities.php in Perfex CRM 1.9.7, Unrestricted file upload can lead to remote code execution
    cvelistv5