CVE-2021-40189 File upload in n/a

High 7.2 Published 11 Oct 2021 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Attackers can upload malicious files via the theme function to execute arbitrary code on the server.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2021-40189?

CVE-2021-40189 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Oct 2021. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

PHPFusion 9.03.110 is affected by a remote code execution vulnerability. The theme function will extract a file to "webroot/themes/{Theme Folder], where an attacker can access and execute arbitrary code.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-40189?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Php-Fusion Phpfusion.

How do I fix CVE-2021-40189?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-40189 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2021-40189 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-40189 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rqf2-v8fp-54vf.