CVE-2021-38847
CVE-2021-38847 is a high-severity vulnerability in S-cart 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: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (66th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Affected product: S-cart
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
S-Cart v6.4.1 and below was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Editor module on the Admin panel. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IMG file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-38847?
- S-Cart v6.4.1 and below was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the Editor module on the Admin panel. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IMG file.
- How severe is CVE-2021-38847?
- CVE-2021-38847 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-38847 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-38847?
- CVE-2021-38847 affects S-cart. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-38847?
- 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-2021-38847 published?
- CVE-2021-38847 was published on 2021-11-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:s-cart:s-cart:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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