CVE-2023-34842

Remote Code Execution vulnerability in DedeCMS through 5.7.109 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code via crafted POST request to /dede/tpl.php

published July 31, 2023

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty POST request can lead to full remote code execution in DedeCMS 5.7.109! This means attackers could do just about anything they want. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef is told to cook without verifying the order. If the server accepts any request—no questions asked—they might end up serving something completely unexpected and dangerous! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they desire on your server, effectively giving them control over your system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total service disruption!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef is told to cook without verifying the order. If the server accepts any request—no questions asked—they might end up serving something completely unexpected and dangerous! This vulnerability allows remote code execution via a specially crafted POST request to /dede/tpl.php, bypassing normal security checks and running arbitrary code on the server.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any code they desire on your server, effectively giving them control over your system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total service disruption! To mitigate this vulnerability, upgrade your DedeCMS to the latest version immediately and review your server for any unusual activities. Additionally, consider implementing stricter input validation to prevent such attacks in the future. You've got this! Following these steps will help secure your system and keep the internet safer! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01139 · 66.3th percentile
Published
2023-07-31T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 JUL 00:00Z
    Remote Code Execution vulnerability in DedeCMS through 5.7.109 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code via crafted POST request to /dede/tpl.php
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