CVE-2020-19902

Directory Traversal vulnerability found in Cryptoprof WCMS v.0.3.2 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the wex/cssjs.php parameter

published June 27, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky directory traversal vulnerability lurks in Cryptoprof WCMS v0.3.2! Remote attackers can exploit it with just a crafty parameter tweak! 🔍 Think of it like a delivery driver sneaking into a secure warehouse using a poorly labeled package. They can access areas intended for authorized personnel only, potentially pilfering sensitive files or executing unauthorized commands. An attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, which could lead to full control over the system. Imagine someone wearing a disguise to gain access to top-secret files and make changes - that’s how serious this could be!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver sneaking into a secure warehouse using a poorly labeled package. They can access areas intended for authorized personnel only, potentially pilfering sensitive files or executing unauthorized commands. This directory traversal flaw allows attackers to manipulate the wex/cssjs.php parameter to escape the intended directory and access sensitive files or execute arbitrary scripts.

What to do

An attacker could potentially exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary code on the server, which could lead to full control over the system. Imagine someone wearing a disguise to gain access to top-secret files and make changes - that’s how serious this could be! To mitigate this issue, update Cryptoprof WCMS to the latest version as soon as a patch is available. Additionally, review your application's code to ensure proper input validation and restrict file access to only necessary directories. You've got this! By following these steps, you can tighten your security and keep those pesky intruders out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01935 · 79.9th percentile
Published
2023-06-27T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 JUN 00:00Z
    Directory Traversal vulnerability found in Cryptoprof WCMS v.0.3.2 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the wex/cssjs.php parameter
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