CVE-2022-44036

Name: CVE-2022-44036
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-01-03T21:15:12.88+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 1.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-44036 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. In b2evolution 7.2.5, if configured with admins_can_manipulate_sensitive_files, arbitrary file upload is allowed for admins, leading to command execution. NOTE: the vendor's position is that this is "very obviously a feature not an issue and if you don't like that feature it is very obvious how to disable it.". EPSS estimates a 1.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In b2evolution 7.2.5, if configured with admins_can_manipulate_sensitive_files, arbitrary file upload is allowed for admins, leading to command execution. NOTE: the vendor's position is that this is "very obviously a feature not an issue and if you don't like that feature it is very obvious how to disable it."

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.11%

61.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
B2evolution	B2evolution Cms	7.2.5

References

https://github.com/b2evolution/b2evolution/issues/121Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/b2evolution/b2evolution/issues/121Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 3, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-44036?

How severe is CVE-2022-44036?

CVE-2022-44036 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-44036?

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