CVE-2023-42322

Insecure Permissions vulnerability in icmsdev iCMS v.7.0.16 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information

Critical · published September 20, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky permissions flaw in iCMS v.7.0.16 could let attackers stroll right in and access sensitive data! 🔥 Think of it like leaving a back door open in a secure office building — anyone who knows it’s there can waltz right in without anyone batting an eye. This vulnerability doesn't just invite mischief; it could lead to serious data exposure. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to easily access confidential information, potentially leading to data breaches, reputational harm, and legal ramifications. Imagine sensitive data spilling out, making your organization a target — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving a back door open in a secure office building — anyone who knows it’s there can waltz right in without anyone batting an eye. This vulnerability doesn't just invite mischief; it could lead to serious data exposure. This insecure permissions vulnerability allows unauthorized remote attackers to gain access to sensitive information within the iCMS system, compromising data integrity and confidentiality.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to easily access confidential information, potentially leading to data breaches, reputational harm, and legal ramifications. Imagine sensitive data spilling out, making your organization a target — absolutely devastating! To protect your data, update to a patched version of iCMS immediately. Review and tighten permissions on your installations to ensure that sensitive information is only accessible to authorized personnel. Conduct a security audit to find more potential vulnerabilities. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll have your defenses up 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
0.00861 · 58.1th percentile
Published
2023-09-20T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 SEP 00:00Z
    Insecure Permissions vulnerability in icmsdev iCMS v.7.0.16 allows a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information
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