Vulnerability Description
Multiple incomplete blacklist vulnerabilities in the Simple File Upload (mod_simplefileuploadv1.3) module before 1.3.5 for Joomla! allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with a (1) php5, (2) php6, or (3) double (e.g. .php.jpg) extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in images/, as exploited in the wild in January 2012.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wasen | Mod Simplefileupload | <= 1.3 |
| Joomla | Joomla\! | All versions |
References
- http://docs.joomla.org/Vulnerable_Extensions_List#Simple_File_Upload_1.3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47370Vendor Advisory
- http://wasen.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=87&Itemid=59
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18287
- http://www.osvdb.org/78122
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/51214
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/51234
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/72023
- http://docs.joomla.org/Vulnerable_Extensions_List#Simple_File_Upload_1.3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47370Vendor Advisory
- http://wasen.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=87&Itemid=59
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18287
- http://www.osvdb.org/78122
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/51214
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/51234
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-5148?
CVE-2011-5148 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Multiple incomplete blacklist vulnerabilities in the Simple File Upload (mod_simplefileuploadv1.3) module before 1.3.5 for Joomla! allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file ...
How severe is CVE-2011-5148?
CVE-2011-5148 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-5148?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wasen Mod Simplefileupload, Joomla Joomla\!.