CVE-2017-7989
UnknownEPSS 0.98%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7989 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate MIME type checks allowed low-privilege users to upload swf files even if they were explicitly forbidden.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate MIME type checks allowed low-privilege users to upload swf files even if they were explicitly forbidden.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.2.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.2.1 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.2.2 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.2.3 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.2.4 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.1 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.2 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.3 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.4 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.3.5 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.1 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.2 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.3 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.4 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.5 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.6 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.7 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.4.8 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.5.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.5.1 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.0 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.1 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.2 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.3 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.4 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | 3.6.5 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98029Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/689-20170407-core-acl-violationsPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98029Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/689-20170407-core-acl-violationsPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7989?
In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate MIME type checks allowed low-privilege users to upload swf files even if they were explicitly forbidden.
How severe is CVE-2017-7989?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7989 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7989?
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.
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