CVE-2020-23572
CVE-2020-23572 is a high-severity vulnerability in Beescms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-434.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (67th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: Beescms
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
BEESCMS v4.0 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability via the component /admin/upload.php. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-23572?
- BEESCMS v4.0 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability via the component /admin/upload.php. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.
- How severe is CVE-2020-23572?
- CVE-2020-23572 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-23572 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-23572?
- CVE-2020-23572 affects Beescms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-23572?
- 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-2020-23572 published?
- CVE-2020-23572 was published on 2021-11-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:beescms:beescms:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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