CVE-2019-8371: Malicious File Upload
Published Sep 16, 2019
·Updated
OpenEMR v5.0.1-6 allows code execution.
Affected Software
1 affected component
open-emr Openemr=5.0.1-6
Event History
Sep 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:45 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-8371?
CVE-2019-8371 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How does CVE-2019-8371 affect OpenEMR?
CVE-2019-8371 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on systems running OpenEMR v5.0.1-6.
3
How do I fix CVE-2019-8371?
To mitigate CVE-2019-8371, upgrade OpenEMR to version 5.0.2 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
4
What are the risks of not patching CVE-2019-8371?
Failure to patch CVE-2019-8371 may lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, and control over the affected system.
5
Is CVE-2019-8371 widely exploited in the wild?
While CVE-2019-8371 has been observed in some attacks, its exploitation largely depends on the visibility and configuration of the affected systems.