CVE-2020-5188: Malicious File Upload
First published: Mon Feb 24 2020(Updated: )
DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) through 9.4.4 has a File upload vulnerability via bypassing client-side file extension check
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| nuget/DotNetNuke.Core | <=9.4.4 | |
| DNN (DotNetNuke) | <=9.4.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-5188
- https://github.com/dnnsoftware/Dnn.Platform/releases
- https://medium.com/@SajjadPourali/dnn-dotnetnuke-cms-not-as-secure-as-you-think-e8516f789175
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156484/DotNetNuke-CMS-9.5.0-File-Extension-Check-Bypass.html
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-vjcm-j85r-7p68 (Advisory)
- https://medium.com/%40SajjadPourali/dnn-dotnetnuke-cms-not-as-secure-as-you-think-e8516f789175
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5188?
CVE-2020-5188 is a vulnerability in DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) through 9.4.4 that allows an attacker to bypass client-side file extension checks during file uploads.
How severe is CVE-2020-5188?
CVE-2020-5188 has a severity score of 6.5, which is considered medium.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-5188?
CVE-2020-5188 affects DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) versions up to and including 9.4.4.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-5188?
The CWE ID for CVE-2020-5188 is CWE-434.
How can I fix CVE-2020-5188?
To fix CVE-2020-5188, update DNN (formerly DotNetNuke) to a version that is not vulnerable, such as version 9.4.5 or higher.
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