RCE in Squiz Matrix

CVE-2017-14198

An issue was discovered in Squiz Matrix before 5.3.6.1 and 5.4.x before 5.4.1.3. Authenticated users with permissions to edit design assets can cause Remote Code Execution (RCE) via a maliciously crafted time_format tag.

Vulnerability class: RCE (Remote Code Execution)

EPSS: 0.018 (75.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

  • Squiz Matrix — versions 5.4.0.0, 5.4.0.1, 5.4.0.2
  • N/a — versions n/a

Weakness classification (CWE)

References

  • cve@mitre.org (Third Party Advisory, x_refsource_MISC, Issue Tracking)

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-14198?
CVE-2017-14198 is a high-severity vulnerability in Squiz Matrix, classified under Code Injection. CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2017-11-30.
How severe is CVE-2017-14198?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.