CVE-2024-48138

A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the component /PluXml/core/admin/parametres_edittpl.php of PluXml v5.8.16 and lower allows attackers to execute…

Critical · published October 29, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafted payload is all it takes to unleash chaos in PluXml! This critical vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely in versions 5.8.16 and lower. 🔥 Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who can change the instructions on a package while it's en route, sending it to unintended destinations instead of the right address. This vulnerability lets attackers manipulate the templates to deliver malicious code instead of legitimate content. An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute any code on your server, leading to full control over your application. Imagine an intruder not just breaking in, but also throwing open the vault and accessing all your sensitive data and operations. It's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky delivery driver who can change the instructions on a package while it's en route, sending it to unintended destinations instead of the right address. This vulnerability lets attackers manipulate the templates to deliver malicious code instead of legitimate content. This vulnerability exists in the /PluXml/core/admin/parametres_edittpl.php component, enabling attackers to inject malicious payloads into templates due to insufficient validation.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute any code on your server, leading to full control over your application. Imagine an intruder not just breaking in, but also throwing open the vault and accessing all your sensitive data and operations. It's absolutely devastating! Immediately upgrade to PluXml version 5.8.17 or higher to mitigate this risk. Review your template processes and ensure input validation is in place to prevent unwanted code execution. It's crucial to audit your systems to reinforce defenses. You've got this! Fixing this vulnerability with the right patch will keep your site secure and your users safe. 🛡️

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
0.00862 · 58.2th percentile
Published
2024-10-29T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 OCT 00:00Z
    A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the component /PluXml/core/admin/parametres_edittpl.php of PluXml v5.8.16 and lower allows attackers to execute…
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