Vulnerability identifier: #VU24034

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-2020-5514

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Gila CMS
Web applications / CMS

Vendor: Gila CMS

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the "lzld/thumb?src=" URI. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Gila CMS: 1.11.8

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External links
http://infosecdb.wordpress.com/2020/01/05/gilacms-1-11-8-remote-code-execution/

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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.