CVE-2023-24734

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the camera_upload.php component of PMB v7.4.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file

published March 6, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in PMB v7.4.6 could let attackers execute any code they want! This is like letting a random stranger bring their own food into a restaurant without checking if it's safe. 🍽️ Imagine a restaurant that allows customers to bring their own dishes but forgets to check if they're safe and sanitary. This flaw in PMB does just that, letting any crafted image file slip through the kitchen door, potentially serving up malicious code instead of a nice meal. If exploited, an attacker could upload a harmful file that runs arbitrary code on the server, effectively turning it into a playground for malicious activity. The consequences could be severe, including data theft, unauthorized access, or even complete control over the system!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that allows customers to bring their own dishes but forgets to check if they're safe and sanitary. This flaw in PMB does just that, letting any crafted image file slip through the kitchen door, potentially serving up malicious code instead of a nice meal. In PMB v7.4.6, the camera_upload.php component lacks proper validation for uploaded files, allowing attackers to upload crafted image files that can execute malicious code.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could upload a harmful file that runs arbitrary code on the server, effectively turning it into a playground for malicious activity. The consequences could be severe, including data theft, unauthorized access, or even complete control over the system! To protect your system, immediately patch to the latest version of PMB. Ensure that file uploads are thoroughly validated and restrict file types to those strictly necessary. Enforce security measures like file type checks and size limits. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your system like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.20721 · 97.5th percentile
Published
2023-03-06T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 MAR 00:00Z
    An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the camera_upload.php component of PMB v7.4.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file
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