CVE-2020-8440
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.81%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8440 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. controllers/page_apply.php in Simplejobscript.com SJS through 1.66 is prone to unauthenticated Remote Code Execution by uploading a PHP script as a resume.. EPSS estimates a 2.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
controllers/page_apply.php in Simplejobscript.com SJS through 1.66 is prone to unauthenticated Remote Code Execution by uploading a PHP script as a resume.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Simplejobscript | Simplejobscript | <= 1.66 |
References
- https://github.com/niteosoft/simplejobscript/issues/10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/niteosoft/simplejobscript/issues/10Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8440?
controllers/page_apply.php in Simplejobscript.com SJS through 1.66 is prone to unauthenticated Remote Code Execution by uploading a PHP script as a resume.
How severe is CVE-2020-8440?
CVE-2020-8440 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8440?
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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