CVE-2019-13980 File upload in n/a

High 8.8 Published 19 Jul 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can upload PHP files to achieve remote code execution on Directus API instances running on Nginx, bypassing Apache-specific restrictions.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2019-13980?

CVE-2019-13980 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Jul 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

In Directus 7 API through 2.3.0, uploading of PHP files is blocked only when the Apache HTTP Server is used, leading to uploads/_/originals remote code execution with nginx.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-13980?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Rangerstudio Directus 7 Api.

How do I fix CVE-2019-13980?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-13980 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2019-13980 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-13980 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-gv4c-p6cq-75ph.