CVE-2019-16720 File upload in n/a

High 7.5 Published 23 Sep 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Attackers can upload malicious files like .php5 or .htaccess via the UEditor plugin to execute arbitrary code on the server.

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-2019-16720?

CVE-2019-16720 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Sep 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

ZZZCMS zzzphp v1.7.2 does not properly restrict file upload in plugins/ueditor/php/controller.php?upfolder=news&action=catchimage, as demonstrated by uploading a .htaccess or .php5 file.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2019-16720?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Zzzcms Zzzphp.

How do I fix CVE-2019-16720?

No fix has been published for CVE-2019-16720 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2019-16720 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2019-16720 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5v3q-4g69-424q.