CVE-2020-18114

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the /uploads/dede component of DedeCMS V5.7SP2 allows attackers to upload a webshell in HTM format

published August 27, 2021

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in DedeCMS could let attackers slip in a sneaky webshell like a surprise guest crashing a party! πŸŽ‰ Imagine a delivery driver dropping off a package at a restricted building without checking the recipient's identity. This vulnerability allows just about anyone to upload files without proper checks, leading to potential chaos inside the system. If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious scripts that allow them to take control of the server, access sensitive data, or even deface the website. It’s like giving someone the keys to your office without knowing who they are β€” absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Imagine a delivery driver dropping off a package at a restricted building without checking the recipient's identity. This vulnerability allows just about anyone to upload files without proper checks, leading to potential chaos inside the system. This vulnerability exists in the /uploads/dede component of DedeCMS V5.7SP2, allowing unauthorized users to upload HTM files. This could enable the execution of arbitrary code on the server, leading to potential remote code execution scenarios.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious scripts that allow them to take control of the server, access sensitive data, or even deface the website. It’s like giving someone the keys to your office without knowing who they are β€” absolutely devastating! To mitigate this risk, update DedeCMS to the latest version immediately, ensuring that file upload functionality is strictly validated and limited to safe file types. Regularly audit your server for any uploaded files that shouldn't be there! You've got this! Implement these changes and get your system back in tip-top shape! πŸ›‘οΈ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01943 Β· 80.0th percentile
Published
2021-08-27T20:30Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 AUG 20:30Z
    An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the /uploads/dede component of DedeCMS V5.7SP2 allows attackers to upload a webshell in HTM format
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