CVE-2023-44171

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

published September 26, 2023

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ Watch out! SeaCMS V12.9 has a sneaky little flaw that allows for arbitrary file writes via admin_smtp.php. ๐Ÿค” Think of it like a delivery service that allows packages to be dropped off without confirming the sender. If someone hands them a piece of paper with a fake return address, they might deliver sensitive files right into the wrong hands! ๐Ÿ“ฆ An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files to your server, potentially leading to unauthorized access or even complete system compromise. This could have devastating consequences for your data integrity and security! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that allows packages to be dropped off without confirming the sender. If someone hands them a piece of paper with a fake return address, they might deliver sensitive files right into the wrong hands! ๐Ÿ“ฆ This vulnerability allows attackers to write arbitrary files to the server through the admin_smtp.php component, which could lead to not just file exposure, but also remote code execution if the wrong files are uploaded.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files to your server, potentially leading to unauthorized access or even complete system compromise. This could have devastating consequences for your data integrity and security! ๐Ÿ”ฅ To safeguard your system, update SeaCMS to the latest version where this vulnerability has been patched. Regularly audit your file upload mechanisms and ensure proper validation checks are in place. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! Stay vigilant and proactive, and you'll keep your systems safe! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01375 ยท 71.8th 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_smtp.php
    cvelistv5