CVE-2024-37160: Formwork is a flat file-based Content Management System (CMS). An attackers (requires administrator privilege) to execute arbitrary web scripts by mod...

Description

Formwork is a flat file-based Content Management System (CMS). An attackers (requires administrator privilege) to execute arbitrary web scripts by modifying site options via /panel/options/site. This type of attack is suitable for persistence, affecting visitors across all pages (except the dashboard). This vulnerability is fixed in 1.13.1.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

4.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.46%

36.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Formwork Project	Formwork	< 1.13.1

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 7, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-37160?

Formwork is a flat file-based Content Management System (CMS). An attackers (requires administrator privilege) to execute arbitrary web scripts by modifying site options via /panel/options/site. This type of attack is suitable for persistence, affecting visitors across all pages (except the dashboard). This vulnerability is fixed in 1.13.1.

How severe is CVE-2024-37160?

CVE-2024-37160 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-37160?

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.