CVE-2022-26149 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in MODX Revolution
Authenticated administrators can execute arbitrary code by uploading executable files due to configurable upload type restrictions.
- 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-2022-26149?
CVE-2022-26149 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 26 Feb 2022. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
MODX Revolution through 2.8.3-pl allows remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary code by uploading an executable file, because the Uploadable File Types setting can be changed by an administrator.
Weakness: CWE-434
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-26149?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including modx/revolution. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
modx/revolution Packagist | All versions to 2.8.3-pl | None |
modx/revolution Packagist | All versions to 2.8.3-pl | None |
Products include Modx Revolution.
How do I fix CVE-2022-26149?
No fix has been published for CVE-2022-26149 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2022-26149 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-26149 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j8jp-9x42-4pj5.