CVE-2021-36424

An issue discovered in phpwcms 1.9.25 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code via DB user field during installation

Critical · published February 3, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single misconfigured DB user field during installation could let an attacker execute arbitrary code! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef blindly trusts any order ticket that comes in; if someone slips in a malicious request, they can whip up a dish that serves their own agenda instead of the customer's desires! This vulnerability can allow attackers to run any code they wish, potentially compromising the entire server. It’s as if they’ve been handed the keys to the kingdom, enabling them to steal sensitive data, manipulate content, or wreak havoc on your system. The consequences could be absolutely devastating if left unaddressed!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef blindly trusts any order ticket that comes in; if someone slips in a malicious request, they can whip up a dish that serves their own agenda instead of the customer's desires! This flaw in phpwcms 1.9.25 permits remote attackers to exploit the database user field during installation, leading to arbitrary code execution due to insufficient validation. It’s a critical oversight that can be exploited easily if the application is improperly configured.

What to do

This vulnerability can allow attackers to run any code they wish, potentially compromising the entire server. It’s as if they’ve been handed the keys to the kingdom, enabling them to steal sensitive data, manipulate content, or wreak havoc on your system. The consequences could be absolutely devastating if left unaddressed! To mitigate this risk, immediately upgrade phpwcms to the latest version and ensure that the DB user field is properly sanitized during the installation process. Regular audits of your configurations can help prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll reinforce your defenses 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
0.01177 · 67.4th percentile
Published
2023-02-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 FEB 00:00Z
    An issue discovered in phpwcms 1.9.25 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code via DB user field during installation
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