CWE
434
EPSS
0.091%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-8940: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability on Scriptcase

First published: Tue Sep 24 2024(Updated: )

Vulnerability in the Scriptcase application version 9.4.019, which involves the arbitrary upload of a file via /scriptcase/devel/lib/third/jquery_plugin/jQuery-File-Upload/server/php/ via a POST request. An attacker could upload malicious files to the server due to the application not properly verifying user input.

Credit: cve-coordination@incibe.es

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Scriptcase=9.4.019

Remedy

The vulnerability has been fixed in the latest version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-8940?

    CVE-2024-8940 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file uploads.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-8940?

    To fix CVE-2024-8940, upgrade to Scriptcase version 9.4.020 or later.

  • What type of attacks can be executed using CVE-2024-8940?

    CVE-2024-8940 allows attackers to upload malicious files to the server, which can lead to further exploitation or data breaches.

  • Is my version affected by CVE-2024-8940?

    If you are using Scriptcase version 9.4.019, your version is affected by CVE-2024-8940.

  • What components of Scriptcase are involved in CVE-2024-8940?

    CVE-2024-8940 specifically involves the jQuery File Upload component located at /scriptcase/devel/lib/third/jquery_plugin/jQuery-File-Upload/server/php.

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