CVE-2018-12993

onefilecms.php in OneFileCMS through 2012-04-14 might allow attackers to conduct brute-force attacks via the onefilecms_username and onefilecms_password fields

published June 29, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Brace yourself for some sneaky brute-force action! An attacker can exploit OneFileCMS through the username and password fields, potentially compromising your site. 🔒 Think of it like a stubborn delivery person trying every possible combination of your front door's lock until they find the right one — the brute-force method is all about trial and error without any alarms going off! If left unchecked, this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, potentially leading to data leaks or manipulations. It’s a gateway for malicious actors to wreak havoc, which could ultimately damage your reputation and user trust!

Put simply

Think of it like a stubborn delivery person trying every possible combination of your front door's lock until they find the right one — the brute-force method is all about trial and error without any alarms going off! The vulnerability resides in the onefilecms.php file, allowing attackers to conduct brute-force attacks against the username and password fields, making it easier for them to guess login credentials.

What to do

If left unchecked, this vulnerability could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, potentially leading to data leaks or manipulations. It’s a gateway for malicious actors to wreak havoc, which could ultimately damage your reputation and user trust! To safeguard against this, implement strong password policies, limit login attempts, and consider enabling CAPTCHA to thwart automated attacks. Regularly review and update your OneFileCMS installation to ensure you’re protected against known vulnerabilities. You've got this! By taking these steps, you're one step closer to locking things down tight! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01173 · 67.3th percentile
Published
2018-06-29T12:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUN 12:00Z
    onefilecms.php in OneFileCMS through 2012-04-14 might allow attackers to conduct brute-force attacks via the onefilecms_username and onefilecms_password fields
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