CVE-2023-25654CWE-434

baserCMS File Uploader Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability

Critical · published March 23, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
74.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Remote Code Execution in baserCMS is up for grabs! Until version 4.7.5, attackers could execute any command they fancy — it’s like giving a stranger the keys to your office, and they can rearrange everything! 🔥 Think of baserCMS as a restaurant kitchen. This vulnerability is like a delivery driver who can not only drop off supplies but also secretly replace your gourmet ingredients with spoiled ones. If they get in, they can cook up anything they want! Imagine an attacker waltzing right into your system, executing commands at will! This could lead to total control over your server, stealing sensitive data, or even destroying your entire application. The fallout could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of baserCMS as a restaurant kitchen. This vulnerability is like a delivery driver who can not only drop off supplies but also secretly replace your gourmet ingredients with spoiled ones. If they get in, they can cook up anything they want! This Remote Code Execution vulnerability allows attackers to run arbitrary code on the server through the management system of baserCMS. It arises from insufficient input validation and authorization checks in versions prior to 4.7.5.

What to do

Imagine an attacker waltzing right into your system, executing commands at will! This could lead to total control over your server, stealing sensitive data, or even destroying your entire application. The fallout could be absolutely devastating! To protect your site, update baserCMS to version 4.7.5 immediately. Review your security settings and ensure no unauthorized access exists. Don't forget to audit your server for any signs of compromise! You've got this! Just follow these steps, and you'll secure your site 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
0.01533 · 74.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2023-03-23T19:22Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 MAR 19:22Z
    baserCMS File Uploader Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability
    cvelistv5