CVE-2023-47621

Remote code execution via file uploads in guest-entries

Description

Guest Entries is a php library which allows users to create, update & delete entries from the front-end of a site. In affected versions the file uploads feature did not prevent the upload of PHP files. This may lead to code execution on the server by authenticated users. This vulnerability is fixed in v3.1.2. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.64%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: duncanmcclean guest-entries
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/duncanmcclean/guest-entries/security/advisories/GHSA-rw82-mhmx-grmj vendor advisory
https://github.com/duncanmcclean/guest-entries/commit/a8e17b4413bfbbc337a887761a6c858ef1ddb4da patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-47621?
CVE-2023-47621 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-47621?
To fix CVE-2023-47621, 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-2023-47621 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-47621 is being actively exploited. 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-2023-47621?
CVE-2023-47621 affects duncanmcclean guest-entries.
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