CVE-2020-18439: Critical severity phpok vulnerability

Published Nov 2, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discoverered in in function editsavef in framework/admin/tplcontrol.php in qinggan phpok 5.1, allows attackers to write arbitrary files or get a shell.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PhpOK PhpOK=5.1

Event History

Nov 2, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:44 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-18439?

CVE-2020-18439 has a high severity level due to its ability to allow file write operations and potential remote shell access.

2

How can I fix CVE-2020-18439?

To fix CVE-2020-18439, update PhpOK to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-18439?

CVE-2020-18439 specifically affects PhpOK version 5.1.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2020-18439 facilitate?

CVE-2020-18439 can facilitate arbitrary file writing or shell access for attackers.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-18439?

Yes, a patch is usually included in subsequent updates of PhpOK beyond version 5.1.

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