CVE-2021-32682

Public Exploit
Multiple vulnerabilities leading to RCE

Description

elFinder is an open-source file manager for web, written in JavaScript using jQuery UI. Several vulnerabilities affect elFinder 2.1.58. These vulnerabilities can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code and commands on the server hosting the elFinder PHP connector, even with minimal configuration. The issues were patched in version 2.1.59. As a workaround, ensure the connector is not exposed without authentication.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 92.95% Top 5%
Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com Third-Party Advisory sonarsource.com Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: Studio-42 elFinder
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/Studio-42/elFinder/security/advisories/GHSA-wph3-44rj-92pr third party advisory
https://github.com/Studio-42/elFinder/commit/a106c350b7dfe666a81d6b576816db9fe0899b17 third party advisory patch
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164173/elFinder-Archive-Command-Injection.html exploit vdb entry third party advisory
https://blog.sonarsource.com/elfinder-case-study-of-web-file-manager-vulnerabilities/ third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32682?
CVE-2021-32682 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-32682?
To fix CVE-2021-32682, 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-2021-32682 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-32682 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~93% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-32682?
CVE-2021-32682 affects Studio-42 elFinder.
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