CVE-2023-38874: Malicious File Upload
First published: Thu Sep 28 2023(Updated: )
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability via an insecure file upload exists in gugoan's Economizzer v.0.9-beta1 and commit 3730880 (April 2023). A malicious attacker can upload a PHP web shell as an attachment when adding a new cash book entry. Afterwards, the attacker may visit the web shell and execute arbitrary commands.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/gugoan/economizzer | <=0.9-beta1 | |
| Economizzer | =0.9-beta1 | |
| Economizzer | =april_2023 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-38874
- https://github.com/dub-flow/vulnerability-research/tree/main/CVE-2023-38874
- https://github.com/gugoan/economizzer
- https://www.economizzer.org
- https://github.com/gugoan/economizzer/commit/37308802dfe00d43df396a8afaa2096ece8b7b57
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-pq98-6hf6-3rj3 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38874?
CVE-2023-38874 is a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in gugoan's Economizzer v.0.9-beta1 and commit 3730880 (April 2023) that allows an attacker to upload a PHP web shell through an insecure file upload functionality.
How does CVE-2023-38874 work?
CVE-2023-38874 allows a malicious attacker to upload a PHP web shell as an attachment when adding a new cash book entry in gugoan's Economizzer, and then visit the web shell to execute arbitrary code.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-38874?
The severity of CVE-2023-38874 is classified as high, as it allows remote code execution, which can lead to unauthorized access and control of the affected system.
How can I fix CVE-2023-38874?
To fix CVE-2023-38874, it is recommended to update to the latest version of gugoan's Economizzer and apply any available patches or security updates.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-38874?
More information about CVE-2023-38874 can be found on the GitHub page dedicated to vulnerability research as well as the GitHub repository and the official website of gugoan's Economizzer.
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