CVE-2023-37839

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in /dede/file_manage_control.php of DedeCMS v5.7.109 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted…

published July 13, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty file upload flaw lies in wait within DedeCMS v5.7.109! This vulnerability allows attackers to send PHP files that could execute arbitrary code on your server. 🔥 Think of it like a delivery driver who accepts any package without checking the contents, letting harmful parcels sneak right into your office. If that crafty code gets in, it could wreak havoc! An attacker could upload a malicious PHP file, leading to unauthorized code execution and potentially complete control over your server. This could mean stolen data, defaced websites, or worse!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver who accepts any package without checking the contents, letting harmful parcels sneak right into your office. If that crafty code gets in, it could wreak havoc! This arbitrary file upload vulnerability in /dede/file_manage_control.php allows untrusted files to be uploaded, and if crafted correctly, these files can be executed to run arbitrary code on the server.

What to do

An attacker could upload a malicious PHP file, leading to unauthorized code execution and potentially complete control over your server. This could mean stolen data, defaced websites, or worse! To protect yourself, upgrade your DedeCMS to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file validation and limit uploads to only necessary file types. Always review your upload controls! You've got this! Following these steps will help keep your server secure and your code safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01178 · 67.4th percentile
Published
2023-07-13T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 JUL 00:00Z
    An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in /dede/file_manage_control.php of DedeCMS v5.7.109 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted…
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