7.8
CWE
184
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-5946

First published: Mon Aug 07 2017(Updated: )

Incomplete blacklist vulnerability in SuiteCRM 7.2.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SugarCRM=6.5.22

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-5946?

    CVE-2015-5946 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the ability to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-5946?

    To fix CVE-2015-5946, ensure that you upgrade SuiteCRM to a patched version that does not allow the upload of executable files.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2015-5946?

    CVE-2015-5946 affects users of SuiteCRM version 7.2.2 and potentially other versions that allow file uploads without proper validation.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-5946?

    CVE-2015-5946 can be exploited by authenticated remote users to upload malicious files, leading to arbitrary code execution.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-5946 until a patch is applied?

    A workaround for CVE-2015-5946 is to restrict file uploads or implement stricter validation on file extensions before allowing them.

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