CVE-2024-2636CWE-434

Multiple vulnerabilities on Meta4 HR from Cegid

Critical · published March 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
45.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unrestricted upload vulnerability lurks in Cegid Meta4 HR, letting attackers easily plant malicious files on your server through a simple parameter modification! 🔥 Think of it as a sneaky chef who can substitute any ingredient in a recipe without anyone checking. If the kitchen isn’t careful, someone could slip in something harmful without a second glance! An attacker could upload a malicious JSP file that executes when the application loads it, leading to full compromise of the server. This could mean unauthorized access to sensitive information or even control over the entire HR system!

Put simply

Think of it as a sneaky chef who can substitute any ingredient in a recipe without anyone checking. If the kitchen isn’t careful, someone could slip in something harmful without a second glance! This vulnerability allows an attacker to modify the 'M4_NEW_PASSWORD' parameter in the '/config/espanol/update_password.jsp' file, enabling the upload of any file type without restriction, including harmful scripts.

What to do

An attacker could upload a malicious JSP file that executes when the application loads it, leading to full compromise of the server. This could mean unauthorized access to sensitive information or even control over the entire HR system! Immediately update Cegid Meta4 HR to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Implement strict file type validations to prevent unauthorized uploads and conduct a security audit of your file handling processes. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll turn this critical issue into a secured system in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00553 · 45.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-03-19T12:12Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 MAR 12:12Z
    Multiple vulnerabilities on Meta4 HR from Cegid
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