CVE-2018-15961

Known Exploited Public Exploit

Description

Adobe ColdFusion versions July 12 release (2018.0.0.310739), Update 6 and earlier, and Update 14 and earlier have an unrestricted file upload vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 94.40% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory adobe.com
Affected: Adobe ColdFusion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/coldfusion/apsb18-33.html vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105314 third party advisory broken link vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041621 third party advisory broken link vdb entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45979/ third party advisory exploit vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15961?
CVE-2018-15961 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-15961?
To fix CVE-2018-15961, 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-2018-15961 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2018-15961 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-15961?
CVE-2018-15961 affects Adobe ColdFusion.
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