Unrestricted File Upload in DotCMS Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2020-19138

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Dotcms

Status
Dotcms
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2021

What is CVE-2020-19138?

The vulnerability in DotCMS versions v5.2.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to upload files of a dangerous type, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. This is exploited through the component located at '/src/main/java/com/dotmarketing/filters/CMSFilter.java', which does not properly validate file types during upload. Attackers leveraging this vulnerability can gain unauthorized access and control over the affected system, posing significant risks to data integrity and confidentiality.

References

https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/17796
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EPSS Score

9% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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