CVE-2024-40744CWE-434

Extension - tassos.gr - Unrestricted file upload in Convert Forms component for Joomla < 4.4.8

Critical · published December 4, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
43.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unrestricted file uploads are lurking in the Convert Forms component of Joomla, and it’s an open door for attackers! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant allowing customers to place any dish on the menu without checking the ingredients — you never know what might sneak in! An attacker could upload malicious files directly to your server, potentially leading to full control over your website. This means they could access sensitive information, alter content, or even bring your site to a halt — it’s an absolute nightmare!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant allowing customers to place any dish on the menu without checking the ingredients — you never know what might sneak in! This vulnerability allows attackers to bypass security checks during file uploads in Joomla’s Convert Forms component, specifically in versions prior to 4.4.8. By exploiting this flaw, they can upload harmful files with ease, compromising the entire system.

What to do

An attacker could upload malicious files directly to your server, potentially leading to full control over your website. This means they could access sensitive information, alter content, or even bring your site to a halt — it’s an absolute nightmare! To secure your site, immediately update Joomla to version 4.4.8 or later. Additionally, review your file upload policies and ensure that proper validation checks are in place to prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! With a quick update, your site will be secure 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
0.00516 · 43.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-12-04T15:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 DEC 15:01Z
    Extension - tassos.gr - Unrestricted file upload in Convert Forms component for Joomla < 4.4.8
    cvelistv5