CVE-2024-58295
CVE-2024-58295 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.6. 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 4.0 base score 8.6)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-55336
- Weakness: CWE-434
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
ElkArte Forum 1.1.9 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to upload malicious PHP files through the theme installation process. Attackers can upload a ZIP archive with a PHP file containing system commands, which can then be executed by accessing the uploaded file in the theme directory.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2024-58295?
- ElkArte Forum 1.1.9 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to upload malicious PHP files through the theme installation process. Attackers can upload a ZIP archive with a PHP file containing system commands, which can then be executed by accessing the uploaded file in the theme directory.
- How severe is CVE-2024-58295?
- CVE-2024-58295 has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.6, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2024-58295 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2024-58295?
- 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.
- Does CVE-2024-58295 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2024-58295 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-55336.
- When was CVE-2024-58295 published?
- CVE-2024-58295 was published on 2025-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://github.com/elkarte/Elkarte/releases/download/v1.1.9/ElkArte_v1-1-9_install.zip
- https://www.elkarte.net/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/52026
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/elkarte-forum-authenticated-remote-code-execution-via-theme-upload
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