CVE-2020-26048: Malicious File Upload

Published Oct 5, 2020
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Updated

The file manager option in CuppaCMS before 2019-11-12 allows an authenticated attacker to upload a malicious file within an image extension and through a custom request using the rename function provided by the file manager is able to modify the image extension into PHP resulting in remote arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CuppaCMS CuppaCMS<2019-11-12

Event History

Oct 5, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:27 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-26048?

CVE-2020-26048 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-26048?

To fix CVE-2020-26048, upgrade your CuppaCMS installation to a version released after November 12, 2019.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2020-26048 facilitate?

CVE-2020-26048 can facilitate remote file upload attacks, allowing an authenticated user to execute arbitrary PHP code.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2020-26048?

CVE-2020-26048 affects all versions of CuppaCMS prior to November 12, 2019.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-26048?

Yes, an attacker must be authenticated to exploit CVE-2020-26048 in the CuppaCMS file manager.

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