CVE-2023-4220: Chamilo LMS Unauthenticated Big Upload File Remote Code Execution

Published Nov 28, 2023
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Updated

Unrestricted file upload in big file upload functionality in /main/inc/lib/javascript/bigupload/inc/bigUpload.php in Chamilo LMS <= v1.11.24 allows unauthenticated attackers to perform stored cross-site scripting attacks and obtain remote code execution via uploading of web shell.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Chamilo Chamilo LMS<=1.11.24

Event History

Nov 28, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:11 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 18, 2025
Exploit Published
12:00 AM
Known Exploited
05:35 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-4220?

CVE-2023-4220 is a vulnerability in the Chamilo LMS (Learning Management System) that allows unauthenticated attackers to perform stored cross-site scripting attacks and obtain remote code execution through unrestricted file upload.

2

How does CVE-2023-4220 impact Chamilo LMS?

CVE-2023-4220 has a high severity rating (8.1) and can potentially allow unauthenticated users to gain cross-site scripting (XSS) and remote code execution (RCE) capabilities on the affected Chamilo LMS <= v1.11.24.

3

What is the affected version of Chamilo LMS for CVE-2023-4220?

Chamilo LMS versions up to and including v1.11.24 are affected by CVE-2023-4220.

4

How can unauthenticated attackers exploit CVE-2023-4220?

Unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2023-4220 by uploading a web shell through the unrestricted file upload functionality in `/main/inc/lib/javascript/bigupload/inc/bigUpload.php` and then using it to execute arbitrary remote code.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-4220?

Yes, a fix for CVE-2023-4220 is available in the Chamilo LMS repository at https://github.com/chamilo/chamilo-lms/commit/3b487a55076fb06f96809b790a35dcdd42f8ec49.

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