CVE-2020-17462: Malicious File Upload

Published Aug 14, 2020
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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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CMSmadesimple CMS Made Simple=2.2.14

Event History

Aug 14, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-17462?

CVE-2020-17462 has a severity score of 7.8, which is classified as high.

3

How does CVE-2020-17462 affect CMS Made Simple?

CVE-2020-17462 affects CMS Made Simple 2.2.14.

4

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.

5

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.

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