CVE-2018-7679 File upload in Solutions Business Manager 11.4

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by uploading malicious avatar images if ASP.NET execute permissions are enabled on virtual directories.

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-2018-7679?

CVE-2018-7679 is a critical vulnerability in Micro Focus Solutions Business Manager 11.4, published on 21 Jun 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Micro Focus Solutions Business Manager versions prior to 11.4 when ASP.NET is configured with execute permission on the virtual directories and does not validate the contents of user avatar images, could lead to remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-7679?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Microfocus Solutions Business Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2018-7679?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-7679 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-7679 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-7679 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-q696-7rwm-g645.

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