CVE-2011-5161: Medium severity openemr vulnerability
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the patient photograph functionality in OpenEMR 4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by uploading a file with an executable extension followed by a safe extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the patient directory under documents/.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-5161?
CVE-2011-5161 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-5161?
To fix CVE-2011-5161, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of OpenEMR that is not vulnerable, such as 4.1.2 or later.
What versions of OpenEMR are affected by CVE-2011-5161?
CVE-2011-5161 affects OpenEMR versions 4.0.0, 4.1.0, and 4.1.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-5161 facilitate?
CVE-2011-5161 facilitates remote code execution attacks by allowing the upload of files with executable extensions.
Is CVE-2011-5161 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2011-5161 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers over the network.