CVE-2017-9069 MODX Revolution allows overwriting .htaccess
An attacker with file upload permissions can execute arbitrary code by uploading a malicious .htaccess file in MODX Revolution.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2017-9069?
CVE-2017-9069 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 May 2017. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In MODX Revolution before 2.5.7, a user with file upload permissions is able to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with the name .htaccess.
Weakness: CWE-434
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-9069?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including modx/revolution. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
modx/revolution Packagist | All versions | 2.5.7 |
modx/revolution Packagist | All versions | 2.5.7 |
Products include Modx Modx Revolution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9069?
Upgrade modx/revolution to 2.5.7 or later.
Is CVE-2017-9069 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-9069 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-23gj-x27g-r34f.