CVE-2017-5215 File upload in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 17 May 2017 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can bypass file extension checks to upload malicious files, leading to remote code execution in the Joomla contact extension.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2017-5215?

CVE-2017-5215 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 17 May 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The Codextrous B2J Contact (aka b2j_contact) extension before 2.1.13 for Joomla! allows a rename attack that bypasses a "safe file extension" protection mechanism, leading to remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-5215?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Codextrous B2j Contact.

How do I fix CVE-2017-5215?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-5215 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-5215 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-5215 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gr34-356f-5x49.