CVE-2021-47964 Schlix CMS 2.2.6-6 Remote Code Execution via core.blockmanager

High 8.7 Published Updated

Authenticated attackers can execute arbitrary PHP code by uploading malicious extension packages in Schlix CMS.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-47964?

CVE-2021-47964 is a high-severity code injection vulnerability in Schlix CMS, published on 15 May 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Schlix CMS 2.2.6-6 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by uploading malicious extension packages through the block manager. Attackers can upload a crafted ZIP file containing PHP code in the packageinfo.inc file and trigger execution by accessing the About tab of the installed extension.

Weakness: CWE-94

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-47964?

How do I fix CVE-2021-47964?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-47964 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and never evaluate templates, expressions or code built from user input. More about Code injection.

Is CVE-2021-47964 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2021-47964 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-r3mq-4wxp-p8vq.

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