CVE-2020-19138
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 5.56%
Last modified
CVE-2020-19138 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in DotCMS v5.2.3 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the component "/src/main/java/com/dotmarketing/filters/CMSFilter.java".. EPSS estimates a 5.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in DotCMS v5.2.3 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the component "/src/main/java/com/dotmarketing/filters/CMSFilter.java".
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dotcms | Dotcms | <= 5.2.3 |
References
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/17796Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/dotCMS/core/issues/17796Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-19138?
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in DotCMS v5.2.3 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the component "/src/main/java/com/dotmarketing/filters/CMSFilter.java".
How severe is CVE-2020-19138?
CVE-2020-19138 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-19138?
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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