CVE-2023-5524

M-Files Web Companion allows Remote Code Execution for some filetypes

Description

Insufficient blacklisting in M-Files Web Companion before release version 23.10 and LTS Service Release Versions before 23.8 LTS SR1 allows Remote Code Execution via specific file types

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to fixed version

Category

8.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.85% Top 30%
Affected: M-Files Web Companion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://product.m-files.com/security-advisories/cve-2023-5524/
https://www.m-files.com/about/trust-center/security-advisories/cve-2023-5524/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5524?
CVE-2023-5524 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5524?
To fix CVE-2023-5524: Update to fixed version
Is CVE-2023-5524 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5524 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-2023-5524?
CVE-2023-5524 affects M-Files Web Companion.
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