CVE-2021-36425
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.97%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36425 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. Directory traversal vulnerability in phpcms 1.9.25 allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via unfiltered $file parameter to unlink method in include/inc_act/act_ftptakeover.php file.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in phpcms 1.9.25 allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via unfiltered $file parameter to unlink method in include/inc_act/act_ftptakeover.php file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpwcms | Phpwcms | < 1.9.26 |
References
- https://github.com/slackero/phpwcms/issues/311Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/slackero/phpwcms/issues/311Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36425?
Directory traversal vulnerability in phpcms 1.9.25 allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via unfiltered $file parameter to unlink method in include/inc_act/act_ftptakeover.php file.
How severe is CVE-2021-36425?
CVE-2021-36425 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36425?
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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