CVE-2011-4906

Public Exploit

Description

Tiny browser in TinyMCE 3.0 editor in Joomla! before 1.5.13 allows file upload and arbitrary PHP code execution.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 29.45% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory joomla.org
Affected: Joomla! Tiny browser included with TinyMCE 3.0
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/25/7 third party advisory mailing list
https://developer.joomla.org/security/news/301-20090722-core-file-upload.html vendor advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/10183 exploit vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4906?
CVE-2011-4906 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-4906?
To fix CVE-2011-4906, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2011-4906 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2011-4906 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~29% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2011-4906?
CVE-2011-4906 affects Joomla! Tiny browser included with TinyMCE 3.0.
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