Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in SourceCodester Student Management System
CVE-2024-5047

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Sourcecodester
Status
Student Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 May 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A significant security vulnerability has been identified in the SourceCodester Student Management System version 1.0, specifically within the controller.php file. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate the 'photo' argument, leading to an unrestricted file upload capability. Such a vulnerability not only exposes the system to remote attacks but also increases the risk of malicious file uploads. Given that the exploit has been publicly disclosed, it is crucial for organizations using this system to implement immediate security measures to mitigate potential threats and safeguard sensitive data.

Affected Version(s)

Student Management System 1.0

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-5047 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.264744
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.264744
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.335633
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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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Schnee (VulDB User)
.