Server-Side Include Vulnerability in Movable Type Products
CVE-2022-43660

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Six Apart Ltd.
Status
Movable Type
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 December 2022

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Movable Type products where improper handling of Server-Side Includes (SSI) can be exploited by a remote authenticated attacker. With 'Manage of Content Types' privileges, the attacker can execute arbitrary Perl scripts and OS commands, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. This issue primarily affects various versions of Movable Type, making it crucial for users to apply the necessary updates and patches to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

Movable Type Movable Type 7 r.5301 and earlier (Movable Type 7 Series), Movable Type Advanced 7 r.5301 and earlier (Movable Type Advanced 7 Series), Movable Type Premium 1.53 and earlier, and Movable Type Premium Advanced 1.53 and earlier

References

https://movabletype.org/news/2022/11/mt-796-688-released....
https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN37014768/index.html

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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