How severe is CVE-2011-5083?

CVE-2011-5083 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2011-5083 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2011-5083?

CVE-2011-5083 primarily affects Dotclear. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2011-5083?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2011-5083 published?

CVE-2011-5083 was published on 2012-03-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2011-5083

CVE-2011-5083 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dotclear with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Dotclear
Published: 2012-03-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in inc/swf/swfupload.swf in Dotclear 2.3.1 and 2.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable PHP extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in an unspecified directory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-5083?: Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in inc/swf/swfupload.swf in Dotclear 2.3.1 and 2.4.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable PHP extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file in an unspecified directory.
How severe is CVE-2011-5083?: CVE-2011-5083 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-5083 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-5083?: CVE-2011-5083 primarily affects Dotclear. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-5083?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-5083 published?: CVE-2011-5083 was published on 2012-03-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:dotclear:dotclear:2.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:dotclear:dotclear:2.4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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