CVE-2018-10469

b3log Symphony (aka Sym) 2.6.0 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary JSP files via the name[] parameter to the /upload URI

published April 27, 2018

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A crafty upload vulnerability lets attackers drop their own JSP files into your system with just a malicious request! This is a big deal for any site using b3log Symphony 2.6.0. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can sneak in and add their own recipes to the menu without the chef ever checking. One simple form submission can completely change what gets served up! An attacker could upload and execute arbitrary JSP files, potentially taking control of the server. This could lead to unauthorized access, data compromise, or even a complete system takeover. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can sneak in and add their own recipes to the menu without the chef ever checking. One simple form submission can completely change what gets served up! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary JSP files via the 'name[]' parameter at the /upload URI, leading to arbitrary code execution if the server processes the uploaded files.

What to do

An attacker could upload and execute arbitrary JSP files, potentially taking control of the server. This could lead to unauthorized access, data compromise, or even a complete system takeover. Yikes! To protect your system, upgrade to the latest version of b3log Symphony. Always validate and sanitize file uploads, and consider implementing strict file type checks on your upload endpoints. Don't forget to monitor your logs for unusual activity! You've got this! Keep your environment secure and stay vigilant! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02084 ยท 81.3th percentile
Published
2018-04-27T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 APR 04:00Z
    b3log Symphony (aka Sym) 2.6.0 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary JSP files via the name[] parameter to the /upload URI
    cvelistv5