CVE-2023-44169

SeaCMS V12.9 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file write vulnerability via the component admin_notify.php

published September 26, 2023

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky arbitrary file write vulnerability lurks in SeaCMS V12.9, hiding in the admin_notify.php component! ๐Ÿ” Think of it like a hotel manager accidentally leaving the front desk unattended, allowing anyone to slip a note under the door to change room assignments without permission. The implications could be surprising! If exploited, an attacker might write files to the server, potentially altering website content or even executing malicious scripts. This could lead to unauthorized access and compromise the integrity of your site, creating a breeding ground for further attacks!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel manager accidentally leaving the front desk unattended, allowing anyone to slip a note under the door to change room assignments without permission. The implications could be surprising! This vulnerability allows an attacker to write arbitrary files to the server through the admin_notify.php file, bypassing standard file permissions due to insufficient validation checks.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker might write files to the server, potentially altering website content or even executing malicious scripts. This could lead to unauthorized access and compromise the integrity of your site, creating a breeding ground for further attacks! To patch this issue, upgrade SeaCMS to the latest version as soon as it's available. Additionally, review file permission settings, implement strict input validation, and monitor logs for any suspicious activity. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll help lock things down and protect your site like a security pro! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01375 ยท 71.9th percentile
Published
2023-09-26T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 SEP 00:00Z
    SeaCMS V12.9 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file write vulnerability via the component admin_notify.php
    cvelistv5