Vulnerability Description
XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in admin/api.php in GetSimple CMS 3.1.1 through 3.3.x before 3.3.5 Beta 1, when in certain configurations, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the data parameter.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cagintranetworks | Getsimple Cms | 3.3.3 |
| Get-Simple | Getsimple Cms | 3.1.1 |
References
- http://get-simple.info/start/changelog/
- http://karmainsecurity.com/KIS-2014-17Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/129778/GetSimple-CMS-3.3.4-XML-External-EntExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Dec/135Exploit
- https://github.com/GetSimpleCMS/GetSimpleCMS/issues/944
- http://get-simple.info/start/changelog/
- http://karmainsecurity.com/KIS-2014-17Exploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/129778/GetSimple-CMS-3.3.4-XML-External-EntExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Dec/135Exploit
- https://github.com/GetSimpleCMS/GetSimpleCMS/issues/944
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8790?
CVE-2014-8790 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in admin/api.php in GetSimple CMS 3.1.1 through 3.3.x before 3.3.5 Beta 1, when in certain configurations, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via t...
How severe is CVE-2014-8790?
CVE-2014-8790 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-2014-8790?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cagintranetworks Getsimple Cms, Get-Simple Getsimple Cms.