Vulnerability identifier: #VU8654

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-14958

CWE-ID: CWE-434

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
PivotX
Web applications / Forum & blogging software

Vendor: pivotlog.net

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

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of the uploaded files in "lib.php" script. A remote authenticated administrator can upload and execute arbitrary .php script.

Successful exploitation may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable website.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's repository.
https://sourceforge.net/p/pivot-weblog/code/4490/

Vulnerable software versions

PivotX: 2.3.0 - 2.3.11

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External links
http://sourceforge.net/p/pivot-weblog/code/4490/

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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.