CVE-2018-16238 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in damiCMS V6.0.1, allowing remote code execution through a specific URI.

Understanding CVE-2018-16238

This CVE involves a security issue in damiCMS V6.0.1 that enables unauthorized file modifications.

What is CVE-2018-16238?

This vulnerability in damiCMS V6.0.1 permits remote code execution by injecting PHP code through a specific URI.

The Impact of CVE-2018-16238

The exploit allows attackers to make unauthorized changes to critical files within the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-16238

This section provides detailed technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in damiCMS V6.0.1 allows remote code execution via a multipart/form-data POST request to a specific URI.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Version: V6.0.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can inject PHP code through the admin.php?s=/Tpl/Update.html URI, enabling unauthorized file modifications.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2018-16238 with the following steps.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement input validation to prevent malicious code injection.
Monitor and restrict access to sensitive files and directories.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the damiCMS software to address security vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by the vendor to fix the vulnerability in damiCMS V6.0.1.