CVE-2020-17462: Malicious File Upload
First published: Fri Aug 14 2020(Updated: )
CMS Made Simple 2.2.14 allows Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload because the File Manager does not block .ptar files, a related issue to CVE-2017-16798.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cmsmadesimple Cms Made Simple | =2.2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17462?
CVE-2020-17462 is a vulnerability in CMS Made Simple 2.2.14 that allows authenticated arbitrary file upload due to a lack of file blocking for .ptar files.
How severe is CVE-2020-17462?
CVE-2020-17462 has a severity score of 7.8, which is classified as high.
How does CVE-2020-17462 affect CMS Made Simple?
CVE-2020-17462 affects CMS Made Simple 2.2.14.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) associated with CVE-2020-17462?
CVE-2020-17462 is associated with CWE-434, which is the Weaknesses in Enforced Constraints.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2020-17462?
Yes, there is a known exploit for CVE-2020-17462. You can find more information about it in the reference provided.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/cmsmadesimple
- canonical/cmsmadesimple cms made simple
- version/cmsmadesimple cms made simple/2.2.14