CVE-2021-42242

A command execution vulnerability exists in jfinal_cms 5.0.1 via com.jflyfox.component.controller.Ueditor

published May 5, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ There's a sneaky command execution vulnerability lurking in jfinal_cms 5.0.1 that could let attackers run their own code through a seemingly innocent controller! Think of it like a restaurant where the chef prepares meals based solely on a customer's vague request without verifying if the ingredients are safe. This vulnerability allows attackers to submit commands without proper validation, leading to potential chaos in the server kitchen! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary commands on the server, which is absolutely devastating! They could alter data, access sensitive information, or disrupt services entirely, putting your entire application at risk.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef prepares meals based solely on a customer's vague request without verifying if the ingredients are safe. This vulnerability allows attackers to submit commands without proper validation, leading to potential chaos in the server kitchen! This command execution vulnerability in jfinal_cms allows unauthorized command execution via the Ueditor component, which should validate inputs but currently does not, making it an open door for malicious code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary commands on the server, which is absolutely devastating! They could alter data, access sensitive information, or disrupt services entirely, putting your entire application at risk. To secure your application, immediately update jfinal_cms to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. Review all command execution paths to ensure proper input validation and consider implementing strict user permissions. Don't leave your server vulnerable! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses and keep your application secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02173 · 82.2th percentile
Published
2022-05-05T12:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 MAY 12:10Z
    A command execution vulnerability exists in jfinal_cms 5.0.1 via com.jflyfox.component.controller.Ueditor
    cvelistv5