CVE-2024-40551

Name: CVE-2024-40551
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-07-12T16:15:05.797+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.42%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-40551 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /admin/cmsTemplate/doUpload of PublicCMS v4.0.202302.e allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /admin/cmsTemplate/doUpload of PublicCMS v4.0.202302.e allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file.

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

0.42%

33.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Publiccms	Publiccms	<= 4.0.202302.e

References

https://gitee.com/sanluan/PublicCMS/issues/IAAM5WExploit, Issue Tracking
https://gitee.com/sanluan/PublicCMS/issues/IAAM5WExploit, Issue Tracking

Timeline

Published: Jul 12, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-40551?

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /admin/cmsTemplate/doUpload of PublicCMS v4.0.202302.e allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file.

How severe is CVE-2024-40551?

CVE-2024-40551 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-40551?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-40551?

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Source: NVD / NIST