CVE-2018-17890CWE-477

NUUO CMS all versions 3.1 and prior, The application uses insecure and outdated software components for functionality, which could allow arbitrary code…

published October 12, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
88.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Old software components are the culprits here! NUUO CMS versions 3.1 and earlier are like a classic car that hasn't been serviced in years, making them vulnerable to arbitrary code execution. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant using outdated recipes for its signature dishes. If a new chef sneaks in a few unapproved ingredients, the whole menu could become hazardous. Outdated software can similarly allow sneaky code to compromise your system's integrity. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, potentially accessing sensitive data or disrupting operations. This could lead to a complete takeover of the application, leaving your security in a precarious position.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant using outdated recipes for its signature dishes. If a new chef sneaks in a few unapproved ingredients, the whole menu could become hazardous. Outdated software can similarly allow sneaky code to compromise your system's integrity. The NUUO CMS vulnerability arises from its reliance on insecure and outdated software components, allowing attackers to execute malicious code with relative ease once they gain access.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, potentially accessing sensitive data or disrupting operations. This could lead to a complete takeover of the application, leaving your security in a precarious position. To safeguard your system, update NUUO CMS to the latest version available, ensuring you replace all outdated components. Regularly audit the software in use to identify any insecure elements and apply patches as soon as they become available. You've got this! Stay proactive about your security, and you'll keep those vulnerabilities at bay. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03256 · 88.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-477 · Use of Obsolete Function
Published
2018-10-12T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 OCT 14:00Z
    NUUO CMS all versions 3.1 and prior, The application uses insecure and outdated software components for functionality, which could allow arbitrary code…
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