CVE-2021-38697

SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA 1.1 allows Unauthenticated unrestricted File Upload, that allows attackers to upload files with any file extension which can lead…

published January 18, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unauthenticated unrestricted file uploads? That's a recipe for disaster! Just one upload can let attackers execute any code they like in SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA 1.1. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant allowing anyone to drop off their own meals in the kitchen without checking the ingredients. If you don't vet what goes in, you might end up serving an unexpected and harmful dish! This vulnerability could allow malicious users to upload harmful files, leading to arbitrary code execution on the server. This means they could potentially hijack the server, steal data, or even deploy malware – absolutely devastating for any organization!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant allowing anyone to drop off their own meals in the kitchen without checking the ingredients. If you don't vet what goes in, you might end up serving an unexpected and harmful dish! SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA 1.1 has a flaw that permits unauthenticated users to upload files without restrictions on file type or extension. This oversight allows attackers to upload executable code directly to the server, bypassing security measures.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow malicious users to upload harmful files, leading to arbitrary code execution on the server. This means they could potentially hijack the server, steal data, or even deploy malware – absolutely devastating for any organization! To mitigate this risk, ensure that file uploads are restricted to specific, safe file types and implement authentication checks to validate users before allowing access to upload functionalities. Additionally, monitor server logs for any suspicious activity related to file uploads. You've got this! Implement these fixes, and you'll be well on your way to securing your application! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02686 · 85.7th percentile
Published
2022-01-18T14:13Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 JAN 14:13Z
    SoftVibe SARABAN for INFOMA 1.1 allows Unauthenticated unrestricted File Upload, that allows attackers to upload files with any file extension which can lead…
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