CVE-2022-42458

Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel vulnerability in bingo!CMS version1.7.4.1 and earlier allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to…

Critical · published December 7, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky authentication bypass allows anyone to upload arbitrary files in bingo!CMS versions 1.7.4.1 and earlier - think of it like giving a burglar a key to your server! 🔥 This vulnerability is like leaving the back door of your restaurant unlocked, allowing anyone to waltz in and swap out the ingredients in your signature dish. If an attacker can upload a malicious file, they can essentially cook up any kind of chaos they want! An attacker could unleash a wild script, potentially altering crucial files or executing harmful actions on your server without breaking a sweat. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, from data breaches to total system compromise - your digital kitchen could turn into a disaster zone!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like leaving the back door of your restaurant unlocked, allowing anyone to waltz in and swap out the ingredients in your signature dish. If an attacker can upload a malicious file, they can essentially cook up any kind of chaos they want! This vulnerability allows remote unauthenticated attackers to bypass authentication by using an alternate path or channel, enabling them to upload arbitrary files, which could lead to script execution or file manipulation.

What to do

An attacker could unleash a wild script, potentially altering crucial files or executing harmful actions on your server without breaking a sweat. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, from data breaches to total system compromise - your digital kitchen could turn into a disaster zone! Immediately patch your bingo!CMS to version 1.7.4.2 or later to close this dangerous door. Additionally, review your server configurations for any other potential vulnerabilities and implement strict file upload validation to thwart future attacks. You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll have your digital fortress reinforced 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
0.01129 · 66.1th percentile
Published
2022-12-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 DEC 00:00Z
    Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel vulnerability in bingo!CMS version1.7.4.1 and earlier allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to…
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