CVE-2024-48927: Potential Code Execution Risk When Viewing SVG Files in Full Screen in Backoffice
Impact There is a potential risk of code execution for Backoffice users when they “preview” SVG files in full screen mode.
Workarounds Server-side file validation is available to strip script tags from file's content during the file upload process.
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Umbraco, a free and open source .NET content management system, has a remote code execution issue in versions on the 13.x branch prior to 13.5.2, 10.x prior to 10.8.7, and 8.x prior to 8.18.15. There is a potential risk of code execution for Backoffice users when they “preview” SVG files in full screen mode. Versions 13.5.2, 10.8,7, and 8.18.15 contain a patch for the issue. As a workaround, derver-side file validation is available to strip script tags from file's content during the file upload process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-48927?
CVE-2024-48927 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential risk of code execution for Backoffice users.
How do I fix CVE-2024-48927?
To fix CVE-2024-48927, upgrade Umbraco CMS to versions 13.5.2, 10.8.7, or 8.18.15, which include security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-48927?
CVE-2024-48927 affects users of Umbraco CMS versions between 8.0.0 and 13.5.2.
What kind of attack does CVE-2024-48927 enable?
CVE-2024-48927 enables an attack that potentially allows code execution when users preview SVG files in full screen mode.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-48927?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2024-48927 is to implement server-side file validation to strip script tags during the file upload process.