CVE-2018-16785 XML external entity in n/a

High 8.8 Published Updated

Attackers can exploit an XML injection flaw in DedeCMS to create script files and obtain a webshell, leading to remote code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2018-16785?

CVE-2018-16785 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dedecms Dedecms, published on 19 Sep 2018. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

XML injection vulnerability exists in the file of DedeCMS V5.7 SP2 version, which can be utilized by attackers to create script file to obtain webshell

Weakness: CWE-91

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-16785?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dedecms Dedecms.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16785?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-16785 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-16785 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-16785 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Dedecms Dedecms vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-3q59-h5wv-vgcg.

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