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CVE-2024-40521

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.26%

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CVE-2024-40521 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. SeaCMS 12.9 has a remote code execution vulnerability. The vulnerability is due to the fact that although admin_template.php imposes certain restrictions on the edited file, attackers can still bypass the restrictions and write code in some way, allowing authenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands and gain system privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SeaCMS 12.9 has a remote code execution vulnerability. The vulnerability is due to the fact that although admin_template.php imposes certain restrictions on the edited file, attackers can still bypass the restrictions and write code in some way, allowing authenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands and gain system privileges.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability
1.26%

66.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SeacmsSeacms12.9

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-40521?
SeaCMS 12.9 has a remote code execution vulnerability. The vulnerability is due to the fact that although admin_template.php imposes certain restrictions on the edited file, attackers can still bypass the restrictions and write code in some way, allowing authenticated attackers to exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands and gain system privileges.
How severe is CVE-2024-40521?
CVE-2024-40521 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40521?
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