CVE-2016-2242
UnknownEPSS 6.64%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2242 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Exponent CMS 2.x before 2.3.7 Patch 3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the sc parameter to install/index.php.. EPSS estimates a 6.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Exponent CMS 2.x before 2.3.7 Patch 3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the sc parameter to install/index.php.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.0 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.1 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.2 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.3 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.4 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.5 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.6 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.7 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.8 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.0.9 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.1.0 | Alpha |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.1.1 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.1.2 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.1.3 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.1.4 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.2.0 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.2.1 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.2.2 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.2.3 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.0 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.1 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.2 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.3 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.4 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.5 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.7 | — |
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.8 | — |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135721/Exponent-2.3.7-PHP-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.exponentcms.org/news/patch-3-released-for-v2-3-7Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exponentcms.org/news/show/title/security-notice-closing-an-exponent-security-vulnerabilityExploit, Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23290Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135721/Exponent-2.3.7-PHP-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.exponentcms.org/news/patch-3-released-for-v2-3-7Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exponentcms.org/news/show/title/security-notice-closing-an-exponent-security-vulnerabilityExploit, Mitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23290Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2242?
Exponent CMS 2.x before 2.3.7 Patch 3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the sc parameter to install/index.php.
How severe is CVE-2016-2242?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2242 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2242?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-2242?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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