Remote Code Execution in Dotclear 2.29 by Authenticated Attackers
CVE-2024-58281

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Dotclear

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 December 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2024-58281?

In Dotclear 2.29, a vulnerability exists in the media upload feature that permits authenticated attackers to upload malicious PHP files. By leveraging this flaw, attackers can craft PHP shells tailored for command execution, thus compromising system security through uploaded files. This exposes systems to unauthorized access and potential control by malicious users.

Affected Version(s)

Dotclear 2.29

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.

References

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ahmet Ümit BAYRAM
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CVE-2024-58281 : Remote Code Execution in Dotclear 2.29 by Authenticated Attackers