CVE-2021-33949

An issue in FeMiner WMS v1.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filename parameter and the exec function

Critical · published February 17, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Just a sneaky filename parameter is all it takes for an attacker to execute arbitrary code on FeMiner WMS v1.1! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place an order without checking the menu — if they name any dish, the kitchen will cook it up without question! This vulnerability allows attackers to run any code they want on your system, potentially leading to a complete takeover. They could access sensitive data, manipulate application behavior, or even bring your operations to a halt. It's critical to address this before someone decides to make an order you definitely don’t want!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place an order without checking the menu — if they name any dish, the kitchen will cook it up without question! This vulnerability in FeMiner WMS occurs due to improper handling of the filename parameter combined with the exec function, permitting attackers to execute malicious commands on the server.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to run any code they want on your system, potentially leading to a complete takeover. They could access sensitive data, manipulate application behavior, or even bring your operations to a halt. It's critical to address this before someone decides to make an order you definitely don’t want! To protect yourself, update FeMiner WMS to the latest version immediately. Review code related to the filename parameter and ensure strict validation is in place to prevent unexpected inputs. Always sanitize inputs to limit potential exploits. You've got this! Follow these steps and keep your system safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01045 · 63.8th percentile
Published
2023-02-17T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 FEB 00:00Z
    An issue in FeMiner WMS v1.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the filename parameter and the exec function
    cvelistv5