CVE-2024-22824

An issue in Timo v.2.0.3 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the filetype restrictions in the UploadController.java component

Critical · published February 20, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
64.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 The tiniest upload can bring an entire server down! Timo version 2.0.3 has a critical flaw allowing attackers to run any code they want via the UploadController.java component. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that only checks the surface of the delivery box but not what’s inside — it could be a gourmet meal or a messy disaster. Here, a sneaky upload bypasses filetype restrictions, letting attackers serve up their malicious code with a smile! An attacker could infiltrate your system and execute any arbitrary code, which is absolutely devastating! This means they could read sensitive data, install malware, or even take full control of your server. The stakes are high, and with a CVSS score of 9.8, it’s crucial to act swiftly!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that only checks the surface of the delivery box but not what’s inside — it could be a gourmet meal or a messy disaster. Here, a sneaky upload bypasses filetype restrictions, letting attackers serve up their malicious code with a smile! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit file upload functionality in Timo by bypassing filetype restrictions. By crafting a malicious upload, attackers can execute arbitrary code on the server, posing a serious security risk.

What to do

An attacker could infiltrate your system and execute any arbitrary code, which is absolutely devastating! This means they could read sensitive data, install malware, or even take full control of your server. The stakes are high, and with a CVSS score of 9.8, it’s crucial to act swiftly! Immediately patch to version 2.0.4 or later to close this vulnerability. Review your file upload functionality to ensure proper validation and restrictions are in place, and consider implementing additional security measures like file type whitelisting. 🛡️ You've got this! Following these steps will help you secure your application and keep the bad guys out! 💪✨

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
0.01059 · 64.2th percentile
Published
2024-02-20T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 FEB 00:00Z
    An issue in Timo v.2.0.3 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the filetype restrictions in the UploadController.java component
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