How severe is CVE-2024-2849?

CVE-2024-2849 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2024-2849 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-2849?

CVE-2024-2849 affects Ganeshrkt Simple File Manager Web App. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-2849?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-2849 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-2849 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-27793.

When was CVE-2024-2849 published?

CVE-2024-2849 was published on 2024-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-2849

CVE-2024-2849 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ganeshrkt Simple File Manager Web App with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.3)
CVSS v2: 6.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (56th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-27793
Weakness: CWE-434
Affected product: Ganeshrkt Simple File Manager Web App
Published: 2024-03-23
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Simple File Manager 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code. The manipulation of the argument photo leads to unrestricted upload. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-257770 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-2849?: A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SourceCodester Simple File Manager 1.0. This vulnerability affects unknown code. The manipulation of the argument photo leads to unrestricted upload. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-257770 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2024-2849?: CVE-2024-2849 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2024-2849 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-2849?: CVE-2024-2849 affects Ganeshrkt Simple File Manager Web App. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2849?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-2849 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-2849 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-27793.
When was CVE-2024-2849 published?: CVE-2024-2849 was published on 2024-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ganeshrkt:simple_file_manager_web_app:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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