CVE-2021-35963CWE-434

Learningdigital.com, Inc. Orca HCM - Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

Critical · published July 19, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unfettered upload function is the ultimate security nightmare! Attackers can exploit a parameter in the Orca HCM platform to upload malicious scripts, leading to full remote code execution. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone drop off food in the kitchen without checking if it's safe. The unsuspecting chef might end up cooking a dish that was laced with something unsavory! If exploited, a remote attacker could gain full control over the server, potentially accessing sensitive data or orchestrating larger attacks. This vulnerability could lead to a catastrophic breach, compromising not just the platform but also the trust of its users. We’re talking about serious consequences here!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone drop off food in the kitchen without checking if it's safe. The unsuspecting chef might end up cooking a dish that was laced with something unsavory! CVE-2021-35963 allows remote unauthenticated attackers to upload malicious files through an unfiltered upload function, leading to remote code execution on the Orca HCM platform.

What to do

If exploited, a remote attacker could gain full control over the server, potentially accessing sensitive data or orchestrating larger attacks. This vulnerability could lead to a catastrophic breach, compromising not just the platform but also the trust of its users. We’re talking about serious consequences here! To protect against this vulnerability, ensure that file uploads are strictly filtered to allow only safe formats. Implement security measures such as file type validation and restrict user permissions. Patching the Orca HCM platform to the latest version is crucial! You’ve got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll bolster your defenses in no time! 🛡️

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
0.02410 · 84.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2021-07-19T11:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 JUL 11:55Z
    Learningdigital.com, Inc. Orca HCM - Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
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