CVE-2021-36042CWE-20

Magento Commerce API File Option Upload Extension Improper Input Validation Vulnerability Could Lead To Remote Code Execution

Critical · published September 1, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An admin with a single upload is all it takes to unleash chaos! The improper input validation in the Magento API File Option Upload Extension can lead to unrestricted file uploads, allowing remote code execution! Think of it as a restaurant where a manager can bring in any dish without inspection. If they slip in a spoiled meal, it could wreak havoc on the entire kitchen and diners alike! If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious files, potentially taking over your entire server. This can result in devastating data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even complete system compromise. Imagine the fallout from a restaurant scandal if food safety is ignored!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where a manager can bring in any dish without inspection. If they slip in a spoiled meal, it could wreak havoc on the entire kitchen and diners alike! This vulnerability in Magento Commerce versions 2.4.2 and earlier, as well as 2.3.7 and earlier, allows admins to upload files without proper validation, leading to remote code execution risks. Essentially, it’s like letting a chef ignore health regulations during meal prep!

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious files, potentially taking over your entire server. This can result in devastating data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or even complete system compromise. Imagine the fallout from a restaurant scandal if food safety is ignored! Immediately update your Magento Commerce to the latest version to close this loophole. Ensure that file upload validations are enforced rigorously, and consider changing admin access credentials to limit exposure. Don't forget to conduct regular security audits! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll fortify your defenses and keep your system secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02474 · 84.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-20 · Improper Input Validation
Published
2021-09-01T14:31Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 SEP 14:31Z
    Magento Commerce API File Option Upload Extension Improper Input Validation Vulnerability Could Lead To Remote Code Execution
    cvelistv5