CVE-2023-53888 Zomplog 3.9 Remote Code Execution via Authenticated File Manipulation
Authenticated attackers can upload and rename files to execute arbitrary PHP code, leading to remote code execution in Zomplog.
- 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-2023-53888?
CVE-2023-53888 is a high-severity code injection vulnerability in Zomplog, published on 15 Dec 2025. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Zomplog 3.9 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to inject and execute arbitrary PHP code through file manipulation endpoints. Attackers can upload files (such as JavaScript) and rename them to .php via the saveE and rename actions, then execute the resulting PHP payload to run system commands.
Weakness: CWE-94
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-53888?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Zomp Zomplog.
How do I fix CVE-2023-53888?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-53888 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-2023-53888 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-53888 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in Zomplog
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9g2h-fh68-3p2v.