Vulnerability identifier: #VU24033

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5513

CWE-ID: CWE-22

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Gila CMS
Web applications / CMS

Vendor: Gila CMS

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences in "/cm/delete?t=". A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Gila CMS: 1.11.8

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External links
http://gilacms.com/blog
http://infosecdb.wordpress.com/2020/01/05/gilacms-1-11-8-cm-deletet-lfi-local-file-inclusion-and-rce/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.