CVE-2023-44973

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /content/templates/ of Emlog Pro v2.2.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a…

published October 3, 2023

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

🚨 Watch out! An arbitrary file upload flaw in Emlog Pro v2.2.0 could have attackers popping in malicious PHP files like unexpected party guests! 🎉 Think of it as an unmonitored package delivery at your front door. If someone can just drop off anything, you might end up with a ticking time bomb instead of the new coffee maker you ordered! This vulnerability allows attackers to upload crafted PHP files, which could be executed on the server. The potential fallout? A malicious actor could take complete control, leading to data theft or service disruption, and that’s absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as an unmonitored package delivery at your front door. If someone can just drop off anything, you might end up with a ticking time bomb instead of the new coffee maker you ordered! In Emlog Pro v2.2.0, the file upload feature in the /content/templates/ directory lacks proper validation, enabling attackers to upload dangerous PHP scripts that the server executes without sufficient checks.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to upload crafted PHP files, which could be executed on the server. The potential fallout? A malicious actor could take complete control, leading to data theft or service disruption, and that’s absolutely devastating! To fix this, upgrade to the latest version of Emlog Pro that addresses this issue, and implement strict file type validation to ensure only safe content is uploaded. Regular code reviews and security audits can also strengthen your defenses! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be reinforcing your security fortress in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01178 · 67.4th percentile
Published
2023-10-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 OCT 00:00Z
    An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /content/templates/ of Emlog Pro v2.2.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a…
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