CVE-2023-43269

pigcms up to 7.0 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability

Critical · published October 5, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in pigcms up to version 7.0 could allow attackers to upload malicious files without authentication! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone drop off food without checking if it's safe, leading to an unexpected kitchen disaster when the wrong dish arrives. This vulnerability creates a similar risk for your server, where unverified files can compromise the entire system! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload harmful scripts or malware, potentially gaining remote control over your server or accessing sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, allowing unauthorized actions that could harm your users and damage your reputation.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone drop off food without checking if it's safe, leading to an unexpected kitchen disaster when the wrong dish arrives. This vulnerability creates a similar risk for your server, where unverified files can compromise the entire system! This vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files to the server, which can lead to the execution of malicious code. Since pigcms fails to properly validate the file type or content, attackers can leverage this flaw to execute harmful scripts.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload harmful scripts or malware, potentially gaining remote control over your server or accessing sensitive data. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, allowing unauthorized actions that could harm your users and damage your reputation. Immediate action is essential! Upgrade to pigcms version 7.1 or later to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file validation measures to control the types of files that can be uploaded. Don't forget to review access permissions to ensure only trusted users can upload files! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll significantly enhance your security and protect your server from potential threats. 🛡️

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
0.00671 · 51.4th percentile
Published
2023-10-05T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 OCT 00:00Z
    pigcms up to 7.0 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability
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