CVE-2023-46694: File Upload RCE (CVSS 8.1)

Description

Vtenext 21.02 allows an authenticated attacker to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling them to execute remote commands. This flaw exists due to the application's failure to enforce proper authentication controls when accessing the Ckeditor file manager functionality.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload

References

Other References

https://github.com/invisiblebyte/CVE-2023-46694 https://github.com/invisiblebyte/CVE-2023-46694

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-46694? +

Vtenext 21.02 allows an authenticated attacker to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling them to execute remote commands. This flaw exists due to the application's failure to enforce proper authentication controls when accessing the Ckeditor file manager functionality. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-46694? +

CVE-2023-46694 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.1 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-46694? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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