CVE-2023-53888
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-12-15
Last updated on: 2025-12-24
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| zomp | zomplog | 3.9 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability in Zomplog 3.9 allows authenticated attackers to remotely execute arbitrary PHP code by exploiting file manipulation endpoints. Attackers can upload malicious JavaScript files containing embedded PHP code, rename these files to have a .php extension, and then execute system commands through the application’s saveE and rename actions. This occurs due to improper handling and validation of file uploads, enabling code injection and remote code execution. [1, 2]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to remote code execution on the server hosting Zomplog 3.9, allowing attackers to run arbitrary system commands. This can compromise the server’s integrity, confidentiality, and availability, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized access, system manipulation, or complete takeover of the affected system. [1, 2]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by monitoring for suspicious file uploads and renaming actions on the Zomplog application, specifically looking for POST requests to 'zimplit.php?action=saveE' with JavaScript files containing embedded PHP code, and GET requests to 'zimplit.php?action=rename' that rename JavaScript files to PHP files. Commands to detect this could include inspecting web server logs for these specific requests or using tools like curl or wget to simulate these requests and check for unauthorized file manipulations. For example, you can grep your web server logs for 'zimplit.php?action=saveE' and 'zimplit.php?action=rename' to identify potential exploit attempts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include restricting authenticated user permissions to prevent unauthorized file uploads and renaming, applying input validation and sanitization on file upload endpoints to block malicious payloads, and updating or patching Zomplog to a version that addresses this vulnerability if available. Additionally, monitoring and blocking suspicious requests to 'saveE' and 'rename' actions can help reduce exploitation risk. [1, 2]