CVE-2021-32538

Name: CVE-2021-32538
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-07-07T14:15:12.237+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.01%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-32538 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. ARTWARE CMS parameter of image upload function does not filter the type of upload files which allows remote attackers can upload arbitrary files without logging in, and further execute code unrestrictedly.. EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ARTWARE CMS parameter of image upload function does not filter the type of upload files which allows remote attackers can upload arbitrary files without logging in, and further execute code unrestrictedly.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.01%

78.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Artware Cms Project	Artware Cms	< 2021-01-08

References

https://www.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-4850-9b53f-1.htmlThird Party Advisory
https://www.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-4850-9b53f-1.htmlThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 7, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-32538?

How severe is CVE-2021-32538?

CVE-2021-32538 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-32538?

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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Source: NVD / NIST