CVE-2022-42154

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /apiadmin/upload/attach of 74cmsSE v3.13.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PHP…

Critical · published October 17, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafted PHP file is all it takes to topple the defenses! This arbitrary file upload vulnerability in 74cmsSE v3.13.0 could allow an attacker to kick down the door and execute any code they desire. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a sneaky diner gets to serve their own dish without any kitchen checks. If the staff isn’t careful, that suspicious entrée could be anything from harmless to downright toxic! The consequences could be absolutely devastating—a hacker could not only read sensitive data but also manipulate or delete files at will, leading to a total breach of your system. This is your opportunity to take action before it’s too late!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a sneaky diner gets to serve their own dish without any kitchen checks. If the staff isn’t careful, that suspicious entrée could be anything from harmless to downright toxic! This vulnerability allows attackers to upload arbitrary PHP files to the /apiadmin/upload/attach endpoint, which can be executed on the server, granting them full control over the server's environment.

What to do

The consequences could be absolutely devastating—a hacker could not only read sensitive data but also manipulate or delete files at will, leading to a total breach of your system. This is your opportunity to take action before it’s too late! Immediate action is crucial: update your system to version 3.13.1 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file type validations and sanitize all uploaded files to enhance your security posture. 🛡️ You’ve got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll be on the path to securing your system in no time! 💪✨

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
0.01196 · 67.8th percentile
Published
2022-10-17T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 OCT 00:00Z
    An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /apiadmin/upload/attach of 74cmsSE v3.13.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PHP…
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