7.5
CWE
434
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-13464: Malicious File Upload

First published: Tue Jul 09 2019(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in OWASP ModSecurity Core Rule Set (CRS) 3.0.2. Use of X.Filename instead of X_Filename can bypass some PHP Script Uploads rules, because PHP automatically transforms dots into underscores in certain contexts where dots are invalid.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OWASP ModSecurity Core Rule Set=3.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-13464?

    CVE-2019-13464 has a medium severity rating due to its ability to bypass certain PHP Script Uploads rules.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-13464?

    To fix CVE-2019-13464, ensure that your ModSecurity Core Rule Set is updated to a version that addresses this issue.

  • What impact does CVE-2019-13464 have on my application?

    CVE-2019-13464 may allow an attacker to bypass file upload restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized file uploads.

  • Which version of ModSecurity Core Rule Set is affected by CVE-2019-13464?

    CVE-2019-13464 specifically affects OWASP ModSecurity Core Rule Set version 3.0.2.

  • Is CVE-2019-13464 a critical vulnerability?

    CVE-2019-13464 is not classified as critical, but it still poses a considerable risk if exploited.

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