CVE-2021-28998: Malicious File Upload

Published May 8, 2023
·
Updated

File upload vulnerability in CMS Made Simple through 2.2.15 allows remote authenticated attackers to gain a webshell via a crafted phar file.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CMSmadesimple CMS Made Simple<=2.2.15

Event History

May 8, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
02:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28998?

The severity of CVE-2021-28998 is high with a CVSS score of 7.2.

2

How does CVE-2021-28998 allow attackers to gain a webshell?

CVE-2021-28998 allows remote authenticated attackers to gain a webshell by exploiting a file upload vulnerability and uploading a crafted phar file.

3

Which versions of CMS Made Simple are affected by CVE-2021-28998?

Versions up to and including 2.2.15 of CMS Made Simple are affected by CVE-2021-28998.

4

Is authentication required for exploiting CVE-2021-28998?

Yes, remote attackers need to be authenticated to exploit CVE-2021-28998.

5

Are there any references available for CVE-2021-28998?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2021-28998 at the following links: [reference 1](https://github.com/beerpwn/CVE/blob/master/cms_made_simple_2021/file_upload_RCE/File_upload_to_RCE.md), [reference 2](https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/Mar/50).

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