Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in CMS Made Simple Admin Dashboard
CVE-2018-10083

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Cmsmadesimple
Status
Cms Made Simple
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 April 2018

Summary

The CMS Made Simple platform, specifically versions up to 2.2.7, is susceptible to an arbitrary file deletion issue. This vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of the 'val' parameter in the admin dashboard when executing a file delete command. Attackers can exploit this by using directory traversal sequences, potentially leading to unauthorized access and manipulation of sensitive files within the server. Proper security measures are essential to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://github.com/itodaro/cve/blob/master/README.md
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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