CVE-2020-25537

File upload vulnerability exists in UCMS 1.5.0, and the attacker can take advantage of this vulnerability to obtain server management permission

published November 30, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty file upload vulnerability in UCMS 1.5.0 could grant attackers server management permissions! Think of it as an unmonitored drop-off box at a shipping center—anyone could sneak in a package that grants them access to all the valuable contents inside. This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the server’s file upload functionality, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the server. If exploited, they could alter settings, access sensitive data, or even deploy malicious code—yikes!

Put simply

Think of it as an unmonitored drop-off box at a shipping center—anyone could sneak in a package that grants them access to all the valuable contents inside. In UCMS 1.5.0, the lack of proper validation for uploaded files allows attackers to upload harmful files that can gain server management permissions, essentially bypassing normal security checks.

What to do

This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the server’s file upload functionality, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the server. If exploited, they could alter settings, access sensitive data, or even deploy malicious code—yikes! To safeguard your system, upgrade to the latest version of UCMS as soon as possible. Additionally, implement strict validation for file uploads and consider restricting file types to prevent unauthorized access. 🛡️ You've got this! With a few proactive steps, you can secure your server and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01856 · 79.0th percentile
Published
2020-11-30T17:17Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 NOV 17:17Z
    File upload vulnerability exists in UCMS 1.5.0, and the attacker can take advantage of this vulnerability to obtain server management permission
    cvelistv5