CVE-2016-7790
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CVE-2016-7790 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Exponent CMS 2.3.9 suffers from a remote code execution vulnerability in /install/index.php. An attacker can upload 'php' file to the website through uploader_paste.php, then overwrite /framework/conf/config.php, which leads to arbitrary code execution.. EPSS estimates a 3.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Exponent CMS 2.3.9 suffers from a remote code execution vulnerability in /install/index.php. An attacker can upload 'php' file to the website through uploader_paste.php, then overwrite /framework/conf/config.php, which leads to arbitrary code execution.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Exponentcms | Exponent Cms | 2.3.9 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/22/6Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93119Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/09/22/6Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93119Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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