CVE-2020-13442: Malicious File Upload

Published May 25, 2020
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Updated

A Remote code execution vulnerability exists in DEXT5Upload in DEXT5 through 2.7.1402870. An attacker can upload a PHP file via dext5handler.jsp handler because the uploaded file is stored under dext5uploadeddata/.

Affected Software

1 affected component
DEXT5 DEXT5<=2.7.1402870

Event History

May 25, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:25 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-13442?

CVE-2020-13442 is classified as a critical remote code execution vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-13442?

To mitigate CVE-2020-13442, upgrade DEXT5 to a version higher than 2.7.1402870 where the vulnerability is patched.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-13442?

CVE-2020-13442 affects all versions of DEXT5 up to and including 2.7.1402870.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2020-13442 allow?

CVE-2020-13442 allows attackers to upload malicious PHP files leading to remote code execution.

5

How is CVE-2020-13442 exploited?

CVE-2020-13442 can be exploited by uploading a PHP file through the dext5handler.jsp handler, which is stored in the dext5uploadeddata/ directory.

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