Arbitrary file upload in Exponentcms Exponent Cms

CVE-2022-23048

Exponent CMS 2.6.0patch2 allows an authenticated admin user to upload a malicious extension in the format of a ZIP file with a PHP file inside it. After upload it, the PHP file will be placed at "themes/simpletheme/{rce}.php" from where can be accessed in order to execute commands.

Vulnerability class: Unrestricted File Upload

EPSS: 0.021 (79.5th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.2 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-23048?
CVE-2022-23048 is a high-severity vulnerability in Exponentcms Exponent Cms, classified under Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type. CVSS score: 7.2/10. Published 2022-02-09.
How severe is CVE-2022-23048?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.2 out of 10.