CVE-2021-23814

Description

This affects versions of the package unisharp/laravel-filemanager before 2.6.2. The upload() function does not sufficiently validate the file type when uploading. An attacker may be able to reproduce the following steps: 1. Install a package with a web Laravel application. 2. Navigate to the Upload window 3. Upload an image file, then capture the request 4. Edit the request contents with a malicious file (webshell) 5. Enter the path of file uploaded on URL - Remote Code Execution **Note:** Prevention for bad extensions can be done by using a whitelist in the config file(lfm.php). Corresponding document can be found in [here](https://unisharp.github.io/laravel-filemanager/configfolder-categories).

Categories

6.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.15% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory snyk.io
Affected: n/a unisharp/laravel-filemanager
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-23814?
CVE-2021-23814 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-23814?
To fix CVE-2021-23814, 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-2021-23814 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-23814 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-23814?
CVE-2021-23814 affects n/a unisharp/laravel-filemanager.
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