CVE-2018-11523

upload.php on NUUO NVRmini 2 devices allows Arbitrary File Upload, such as upload of .php files

published May 29, 2018

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
9%
Percentile
95.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A crafty oversight in upload.php allows any file type, including malicious .php scripts, to be uploaded! ๐Ÿคฏ It's like allowing guests at a party to bring in anything they want without checking their bags โ€” a recipe for chaos! ๐ŸŽ‰ An attacker could upload a harmful script that runs on the server, potentially leading to full control over the device. This could expose sensitive data or compromise the entire system, creating a playground for malicious activities!

Put simply

It's like allowing guests at a party to bring in anything they want without checking their bags โ€” a recipe for chaos! ๐ŸŽ‰ This vulnerability in NUUO NVRmini 2 devices arises from insufficient validation of uploaded files, allowing attackers to upload arbitrary file types, including potentially harmful PHP scripts.

What to do

An attacker could upload a harmful script that runs on the server, potentially leading to full control over the device. This could expose sensitive data or compromise the entire system, creating a playground for malicious activities! To mitigate this risk, update your device firmware to the latest version if available. Additionally, implement strict file type validation to block dangerous uploads and regularly audit your security settings. You've got this! With these steps, you can secure your devices and keep your environment safe. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09461 ยท 95.4th percentile
Published
2018-05-29T07:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 MAY 07:00Z
    upload.php on NUUO NVRmini 2 devices allows Arbitrary File Upload, such as upload of .php files
    cvelistv5