CVE-2021-42002

Zoho ManageEngine ADManager Plus before 7115 is vulnerable to a filter bypass that leads to file-upload remote code execution

published November 11, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
7%
Percentile
94.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky filter bypass in Zoho ManageEngine ADManager Plus before version 7115 puts you at risk of remote code execution just by uploading a file! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a delivery service that accepts packages without checking the labels โ€” you could send anything through, and they wouldn't even know it! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files that execute arbitrary code on your server, potentially gaining full control. This means your sensitive data is at risk, and your entire system could be compromised! Imagine the chaos if your trusted application became a launching pad for attacks!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that accepts packages without checking the labels โ€” you could send anything through, and they wouldn't even know it! This vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to bypass the input filters designed to validate file uploads, leading to remote code execution without proper authorization. Essentially, it's a gaping hole in the input validation process.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files that execute arbitrary code on your server, potentially gaining full control. This means your sensitive data is at risk, and your entire system could be compromised! Imagine the chaos if your trusted application became a launching pad for attacks! To secure your system, immediately upgrade ADManager Plus to version 7115 or later. Additionally, reviewing your file upload handling processes and implementing strong input validation measures can help mitigate similar risks in the future. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your application! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07476 ยท 94.4th percentile
Published
2021-11-11T04:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 04:33Z
    Zoho ManageEngine ADManager Plus before 7115 is vulnerable to a filter bypass that leads to file-upload remote code execution
    cvelistv5