Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in itsourcecode University Management System
CVE-2024-6958

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Itsourcecode

Status
University Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 July 2024

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2024-6958?

A critical vulnerability exists within the itsourcecode University Management System 1.0, specifically in the '/st_update.php' file of the Avatar File Handler component. This security flaw allows attackers to manipulate the 'personal_image' argument, enabling unrestricted file uploads. Such a vulnerability poses a significant risk as attackers can upload malicious files that may lead to further exploitation of the server. Being remotely exploitable, this vulnerability has gained public attention and can be actively utilized by malicious actors. Organizations using this system are advised to review their security measures and apply necessary patches or mitigations to safeguard against potential attacks. For further technical details and potential indicators of compromise, refer to VDB-272080.

Affected Version(s)

University 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-2024-6958 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.272080
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.272080
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.377756
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Dee.Mirage (VulDB User)
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CVE-2024-6958 : Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in itsourcecode University Management System