CVE-2018-12914 File upload in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 27 Jun 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can upload malicious ZIP archives containing JSP files to achieve remote code execution in PublicCMS.

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-2018-12914?

CVE-2018-12914 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 27 Jun 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A remote code execution issue was discovered in PublicCMS V4.0.20180210. An attacker can upload a ZIP archive that contains a .jsp file with a directory traversal pathname. After an unzip operation, the attacker can execute arbitrary code by visiting a .jsp URI.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-12914?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Publiccms Publiccms.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12914?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-12914 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-12914 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-12914 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-48cg-6rhp-fm4h.