CVE-2024-58281CWE-434unrestricted-file-upload

CVE-2024-58281

High · published December 11, 2025

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A crafty upload flaw lets authenticated users slip in malicious PHP files—like a chef sneaking in a spoiled ingredient through the backdoor! Think of it as a restaurant where a trusted employee can bring in any dish they want, without the kitchen checking for quality. If they slip in something rotten, it could spoil the entire menu! This vulnerability can lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to take full control of the server. They could unleash havoc—access sensitive data, manipulate files, or even take down the entire site. It’s a recipe for disaster if left unchecked!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where a trusted employee can bring in any dish they want, without the kitchen checking for quality. If they slip in something rotten, it could spoil the entire menu! CVE-2024-58281 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Dotclear 2.29 that permits authenticated users to upload crafted PHP files via the media upload feature, enabling them to execute arbitrary commands on the server.

What to do

This vulnerability can lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to take full control of the server. They could unleash havoc—access sensitive data, manipulate files, or even take down the entire site. It’s a recipe for disaster if left unchecked! To protect against this threat, update to a patched version of Dotclear as soon as it's available. Additionally, implement strict file type validations and configure your server to restrict execution of uploaded files. Don't let anything slip through the cracks! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll safeguard your site and keep it running smoothly. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00943 · 60.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2025-12-11T03:16Z
Affected products (1)
ProductVersionsFixed in
dotclear/dotclearall versions—
References (5)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 DEC 21:13Z
    Dotclear 2.29 Remote Code Execution via Authenticated File Upload
    cvelistv5