CVE-2020-22249: Malicious File Upload
First published: Tue Jul 06 2021(Updated: )
Remote Code Execution vulnerability in phplist 3.5.1. The application does not check any file extensions stored in the plugin zip file, Uploading a malicious plugin which contains the php files with extensions like PHP,phtml,php7 will be copied to the plugins directory which would lead to the remote code execution
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| phpList | =3.5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-22249?
CVE-2020-22249 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-22249?
To fix CVE-2020-22249, upgrade phplist to version 3.5.2 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2020-22249?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-22249 can lead to unauthorized remote code execution on the affected server.
In which version of phplist is CVE-2020-22249 present?
CVE-2020-22249 is present in phplist version 3.5.1.
Can CVE-2020-22249 affect other versions of phplist?
CVE-2020-22249 specifically affects phplist 3.5.1, and other versions may not be impacted unless they share the same vulnerability.
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- version/phplist/3.5.1