Medium CVSS 6.5

Overview

upload_handler.php in the swfupload extension in Chyrp 2.0 and earlier relies on client-side JavaScript code to restrict the file extensions of uploaded files, which allows remote authenticated users to upload a .php file, and consequently execute arbitrary PHP code, via a write_post action to the default URI under admin/.

Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 6.5 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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