Vulnerability identifier: #VU28266

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-8371

CWE-ID: CWE-434

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OpenEMR
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: OpenEMR

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote users to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to application allows to upload .php files via the "/openemr/interface/super/manage_site_files.php" script. A remote authenticated administrator can upload and execute arbitrary PHP file on the server.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OpenEMR: 5.0.1 - 5.0.1.6

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External links
http://know.bishopfox.com/advisories/openemr-5-0-16-remote-code-execution-cross-site-scripting

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

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

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.