CVE-2019-12170
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
15.3 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
ATutor through 2.2.4 is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the mods/_core/backups/upload.php (aka backup) component. This may result in remote command execution. An attacker can use the instructor account to fully compromise the system using a crafted backup ZIP archive. This will allow for PHP files to be written to the web root, and for code to execute on the remote server.
Technical details
- Published
- 2019-05-17
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2019-12170?
ATutor through 2.2.4 is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the mods/_core/backups/upload.php (aka backup) component. This may result in remote command execution. An attacker can use the instructor account to fully compromise the system using a crafted backup ZIP archive. This will allow for PHP files to be written to the web root, and for code to execute on the remote server.
Is CVE-2019-12170 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2019-12170 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 15.3%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2019-12170?
CVE-2019-12170 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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