7.2
CWE
434
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-23048: Malicious File Upload

First published: Wed Feb 09 2022(Updated: )

Exponent CMS 2.6.0patch2 allows an authenticated admin user to upload a malicious extension in the format of a ZIP file with a PHP file inside it. After upload it, the PHP file will be placed at "themes/simpletheme/{rce}.php" from where can be accessed in order to execute commands.

Credit: help@fluidattacks.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Exponentcms Exponent Cms=2.6.0-patch2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-23048?

    CVE-2022-23048 is a vulnerability in Exponent CMS 2.6.0patch2 that allows an authenticated admin user to upload a malicious extension in the format of a ZIP file with a PHP file inside it, leading to command execution.

  • How severe is CVE-2022-23048?

    CVE-2022-23048 has a severity rating of 7.2 (High).

  • How does CVE-2022-23048 impact Exponent CMS 2.6.0patch2?

    CVE-2022-23048 allows an authenticated admin user to upload a malicious extension in the format of a ZIP file with a PHP file inside it, leading to command execution in Exponent CMS 2.6.0patch2.

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