CVE-2021-47978
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BaseFortify

Publication date: 2026-05-16

Last updated on: 2026-05-16

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
ProcessMaker 3.5.4 contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by exploiting improper path traversal validation. Attackers can send requests with directory traversal sequences to access sensitive system files like /etc/passwd without authentication.
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Published
2026-05-16
Last Modified
2026-05-16
Generated
2026-06-10
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-08
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CVE-2021-47978
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CWE ID Description
CWE-98 The PHP application receives input from an upstream component, but it does not restrict or incorrectly restricts the input before its usage in "require," "include," or similar functions.
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