CVE-2021-40189: Malicious File Upload

Published Oct 11, 2021
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Updated

PHPFusion 9.03.110 is affected by a remote code execution vulnerability. The theme function will extract a file to "webroot/themes/{Theme Folder], where an attacker can access and execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PHP-Fusion Phpfusion=9.03.110

Event History

Oct 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:27 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-40189.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-40189?

The severity of CVE-2021-40189 is high, with a severity value of 7.2.

3

How does CVE-2021-40189 affect PHPFusion?

CVE-2021-40189 affects PHPFusion 9.03.110 by allowing a remote code execution vulnerability.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-40189?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-40189 by accessing and executing arbitrary code through the file extracted to 'webroot/themes/{Theme Folder]'.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-40189?

At the time of writing, there is no fix available for CVE-2021-40189. It is recommended to update to a version of PHPFusion that is not affected.

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