CVE-2023-53883CWE-94

Webedition CMS v2.9.8.8 Remote Code Execution via PHP Page Creation

High · published December 15, 2025

CVSS v4.0
8.6
EPSS
1%
Percentile
62.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Just one cleverly crafted PHP page could be the key to a full server takeover! Webedition CMS v2.9.8.8 has a remote code execution vulnerability that lets attackers run arbitrary commands if they’re authenticated. 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant where a sneaky diner can order off-menu items that aren’t even on the regular menu — the chef has no idea they're cooking up a storm of trouble! In this case, attackers use a description field to inject their own dangerous commands. This could lead to absolute chaos on the server, allowing attackers to install malware, steal data, or even wipe everything clean. A successful exploit means they have the keys to your digital kingdom, and that’s absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where a sneaky diner can order off-menu items that aren’t even on the regular menu — the chef has no idea they're cooking up a storm of trouble! In this case, attackers use a description field to inject their own dangerous commands. The vulnerability arises from insufficient input validation in the PHP page creation feature, allowing authenticated users to inject malicious system commands through the description field.

What to do

This could lead to absolute chaos on the server, allowing attackers to install malware, steal data, or even wipe everything clean. A successful exploit means they have the keys to your digital kingdom, and that’s absolutely devastating! To keep your server safe, update Webedition CMS to the latest version immediately. Additionally, review user permissions and limit access to trusted users only. Consider implementing robust input sanitization measures as an extra layer of protection. You've got this! Fixing this vulnerability will help secure your system and keep those mischievous attackers at bay. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.6 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00999 · 62.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2025-12-15T20:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 DEC 20:28Z
    Webedition CMS v2.9.8.8 Remote Code Execution via PHP Page Creation
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