CVE-2024-31012

An issue was discovered in SEMCMS v.4.8, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, and obtain sensitive information via the…

Critical · published April 3, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty attacker only needs to target the upload.php file to execute arbitrary code in SEMCMS v.4.8 — yikes! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef can whip up any dish just by slipping a secret ingredient into the recipe. This flaw lets an attacker cook up malicious code without a trace, directly affecting your sensitive data. The consequences are absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain full control over the server, escalate privileges, and snatch sensitive information as easily as grabbing snacks from a pantry. This is a nightmare scenario for any organization relying on this platform!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef can whip up any dish just by slipping a secret ingredient into the recipe. This flaw lets an attacker cook up malicious code without a trace, directly affecting your sensitive data. This vulnerability in SEMCMS v.4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through the upload.php file, bypassing security controls and exposing the system to potential exploits.

What to do

The consequences are absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain full control over the server, escalate privileges, and snatch sensitive information as easily as grabbing snacks from a pantry. This is a nightmare scenario for any organization relying on this platform! Immediate action is crucial! Update SEMCMS to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, examine file upload permissions and implement strict validation rules to prevent malicious files from being uploaded. You've got this! With quick action, you'll secure your system and defend against this vulnerability in no time. 🛡️

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
0.01157 · 66.8th percentile
Published
2024-04-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 APR 00:00Z
    An issue was discovered in SEMCMS v.4.8, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, and obtain sensitive information via the…
    cvelistv5