Malicious File Upload Vulnerability in HCL MyXalytics Application

CVE-2024-42180

What is CVE-2024-42180?

HCL MyXalytics is susceptible to a file upload vulnerability that enables attackers to upload and potentially execute malicious files. The application inadequately validates file types, which includes the acceptance of disallowed formats, double extensions, null bytes, and special characters. This flaw can lead to unauthorized access and execution of harmful scripts, jeopardizing the integrity and security of the application and its underlying systems.

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