CVE-2018-8823

modules/bamegamenu/ajax_phpcode.php in the Responsive Mega Menu (Horizontal+Vertical+Dropdown) Pro module 1.0.32 for PrestaShop 1.5.5.0 through 1.7.2.5 allows…

published March 28, 2018

Patch now

High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 98.9th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
50%
Percentile
98.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ With just a sneaky parameter in the URL, an attacker can execute arbitrary PHP code on your server! This is definitely a wake-up call for PrestaShop users! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to place a secret ingredient order without checking the menu — a crafty chef might whip up something unexpected and quite dangerous! If exploited, an attacker could run any PHP code on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data, altering your website's functionality, or even shutting it down entirely. Imagine the chaos of a restaurant where anyone can not just change the menu but also take control of the kitchen!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows anyone to place a secret ingredient order without checking the menu — a crafty chef might whip up something unexpected and quite dangerous! This vulnerability exists in the Responsive Mega Menu Pro module, specifically in the ajax_phpcode.php file. It allows attackers to send crafted requests with a "code" parameter that can execute malicious PHP code remotely, bypassing normal security checks.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run any PHP code on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data, altering your website's functionality, or even shutting it down entirely. Imagine the chaos of a restaurant where anyone can not just change the menu but also take control of the kitchen! To protect your PrestaShop installation, immediately update the Responsive Mega Menu module to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, review your PHP code execution practices to limit exposure to unauthorized access. ⚠️ You’ve got this! With these steps, you'll keep your site secure and running smoothly! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.50398 · 98.9th percentile
Published
2018-03-28T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 03:16Z
    EPSS moved 50% → 27%
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  • 06 SEP 03:12Z
    EPSS moved 51% → 27%
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  • 30 AUG 16:01Z
    EPSS moved 27% → 51%
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  • 29 AUG 04:43Z
    EPSS moved 51% → 27%
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  • 28 MAR 02:00Z
    modules/bamegamenu/ajax_phpcode.php in the Responsive Mega Menu (Horizontal+Vertical+Dropdown) Pro module 1.0.32 for PrestaShop 1.5.5.0 through 1.7.2.5 allows…
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