CVE-2022-2804 SourceCodester Zoo Management System apply_vacancy.php unrestricted upload

Medium 6.3 Published 12 Aug 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

Attackers can upload malicious files via the apply_vacancy.php script in SourceCodester Zoo Management System, potentially leading to remote code execution.

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-2022-2804?

CVE-2022-2804 is a medium-severity vulnerability in SourceCodester Zoo Management System, published on 12 Aug 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Zoo Management System. It has been classified as critical. Affected is an unknown function of the file /pages/apply_vacancy.php. The manipulation of the argument filename leads to unrestricted upload. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-206250 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-2804?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phpgurukul Zoo Management System.

How do I fix CVE-2022-2804?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-2804 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2022-2804 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-2804 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xqp4-ghh2-wgpj.