Vulnerability Description
FileUploadsFilter.php in X2Engine 4.1.7 and earlier, when running on case-insensitive file systems, allows remote attackers to bypass the upload blacklist and conduct unrestricted file upload attacks by uploading a file with an executable extension that contains uppercase letters, as demonstrated using a PHP program.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| X2Engine | X2Engine | <= 4.1.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://karmainsecurity.com/KIS-2014-10
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/128353/X2Engine-4.1.7-Unrestricted-File-Upl
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Sep/78
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533514/100/0/threaded
- https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-234763.pdf
- https://github.com/X2Engine/X2Engine/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md
- http://karmainsecurity.com/KIS-2014-10
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/128353/X2Engine-4.1.7-Unrestricted-File-Upl
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Sep/78
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533514/100/0/threaded
- https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-234763.pdf
- https://github.com/X2Engine/X2Engine/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-5298?
CVE-2014-5298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). FileUploadsFilter.php in X2Engine 4.1.7 and earlier, when running on case-insensitive file systems, allows remote attackers to bypass the upload blacklist and conduct unrestricted file upload attacks ...
How severe is CVE-2014-5298?
CVE-2014-5298 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-5298?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: X2Engine X2Engine.