CVE-2018-9207 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in jquery-file-upload
An attacker can upload arbitrary files via the jQuery Upload File library, potentially leading to remote code execution.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2018-9207?
CVE-2018-9207 is a critical vulnerability in hayageek jQuery Upload File, published on 19 Nov 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Arbitrary file upload in jQuery Upload File <= 4.0.2
Weakness: CWE-434
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-9207?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including jquery-file-upload. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
jquery-file-upload npm | All versions | 4.0.5 |
jquery-file-upload npm | All versions | 4.0.5 |
Products include Hayageek Jquery Upload File.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9207?
Upgrade jquery-file-upload to 4.0.5 or later.
Is CVE-2018-9207 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-9207 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in hayageek jQuery Upload File
Sources
Also known as GHSA-mxr5-p36v-479m.