7.5
CWE
94
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-8966: Code Injection

First published: Sat Mar 24 2018(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in zzcms 8.2. It allows PHP code injection via the siteurl parameter to install/index.php, as demonstrated by injecting a phpinfo() call into /inc/config.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ZZCMS=8.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-8966?

    CVE-2018-8966 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for PHP code injection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-8966?

    To fix CVE-2018-8966, ensure that user inputs are properly validated and sanitized before being processed by the application.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2018-8966?

    CVE-2018-8966 specifically affects ZZCMS version 8.2.

  • Can CVE-2018-8966 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, CVE-2018-8966 can allow remote code execution if exploited through the PHP code injection.

  • What is the implication of CVE-2018-8966 for web application security?

    CVE-2018-8966 highlights the importance of input validation and security measures to prevent code injection vulnerabilities.

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