CVE-2025-51511

Cadmium CMS v.0.4.9 has a background arbitrary file upload vulnerability in /admin/content/filemanager/uploads

Critical · published December 23, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
0%
Percentile
31.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A misstep in Cadmium CMS v0.4.9 allows anyone to upload arbitrary files — it’s like leaving the back door wide open with a neon sign saying 'Welcome In!' 🔥 Think of it like a hotel that mistakenly allows guests to check in without verifying their IDs. Once inside, they can do whatever they want, including accessing sensitive areas or causing chaos! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files, potentially taking full control of the server. This means they could steal sensitive data, modify site content, or even launch further attacks on connected systems — a terrifying scenario for any organization!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that mistakenly allows guests to check in without verifying their IDs. Once inside, they can do whatever they want, including accessing sensitive areas or causing chaos! The vulnerability exists in the file upload functionality in Cadmium CMS's admin panel, allowing attackers to upload unauthorized files without proper validation or restrictions.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files, potentially taking full control of the server. This means they could steal sensitive data, modify site content, or even launch further attacks on connected systems — a terrifying scenario for any organization! Immediate action is required! Update Cadmium CMS to version 0.4.10 or later, which addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file type validations and monitor uploads to prevent unauthorized content from being accessed. You've got this! By following these steps, you're well on your way to securing your CMS and protecting your site! 🛡️

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
0.00381 · 31.0th percentile
Published
2025-12-23T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 DEC 00:00Z
    Cadmium CMS v.0.4.9 has a background arbitrary file upload vulnerability in /admin/content/filemanager/uploads
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