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Adobe ColdFusion EUVDEUVD-2026-100502

| CVE-2026-105899 CRITICAL
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type (CWE-434)
2026-10-13 psirt@adobe.com GHSA-qg77-q924-w96x
10.0
CVSS 3.1 · Vendor: adobe
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Attack ChainAIDerived

Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain

  1. Access
    Reach ColdFusion upload endpoint over network
  2. Delivery
    Submit crafted dangerous-type file
  3. Exploit
    Bypass upload type restrictions
  4. Execution
    Request uploaded webshell
  5. Persist
    Execute arbitrary code
  6. Impact
    Pivot across scope-changed boundary

Vulnerability Assessment

Weakness
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A06:2025 - Insecure Design
ASVS 5.0
V5 - File Handling File type validation, storage isolation
MITRE ATT&CK

2 techniques across 2 tactics: Command and Control, Persistence

The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up.

Exploitation Conditions

Exploitation requires a ColdFusion 2023 (≤2023.0.25) or ColdFusion 2025 (≤2025.0.13) instance exposing a file-upload-capable endpoint reachable by the attacker; the flaw is the server accepting and storing a file of a dangerous/executable type (CWE-434) without adequate restriction, which is then executed. Per the CVSS vector (PR:N/UI:N) no authentication or user interaction is needed, so default network-exposed deployments of these versions are at risk. Limiting factors: the server must be network-reachable and running an affected version; environments that front ColdFusion with upload filtering/WAF rules, restrict the upload directory from execution, or have already applied the APSB26-144 update are not exploitable. The description's 'context of the current user' wording suggests resulting privileges may track the ColdFusion service account rather than always root/SYSTEM.

Impact

This is a genuine top-priority vulnerability, not a high-CVSS-but-low-risk paper cut. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H, score 10.0) describes the worst realistic profile: network-reachable, low complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, with a scope change and full confidentiality/integrity/availability impact. CWE-434 (unrestricted upload of dangerous file type) leading to code execution on a widely targeted enterprise application server (Adobe ColdFusion) is a historically proven attack class - prior ColdFusion upload/deserialization flaws have repeatedly ended up in CISA KEV. For THIS CVE, however, no EPSS score, no KEV listing, and no POC indicator were supplied, so current exploitation evidence is 'no public exploit identified at time of analysis.' One signal to verify: the description states code execution occurs 'in the context of the current user,' which is a narrower impact phrasing than the S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H the Adobe-supplied vector claims - the vendor vector and the prose are not fully consistent, so confirm the actual privilege context against Adobe APSB26-144. Absence of EPSS/KEV reflects that this is a freshly disclosed vendor-reported issue, not evidence of low risk; given the product's attacker interest, treat it as imminently exploitable and patch urgently.

Exploit ScenarioDerived

A remote, unauthenticated attacker sends a crafted upload request to an internet-facing ColdFusion 2023 or 2025 server, placing a file of a dangerous type (e.g., a CFM/JSP webshell) into a web-accessible location. They then request that file to execute arbitrary code on the server. No public exploit is identified at time of analysis, but the CVSS AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N profile means weaponization would be straightforward once internals are known.

Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Why: CRITICAL severity.
No patch listed yet 0.6% exploitation probability (EPSS)

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AnalysisAIv1 – Oct 13, 2026

Unauthenticated remote code execution affects Adobe ColdFusion 2023 (through 2023.0.25) and ColdFusion 2025 (through 2025.0.13), where the server accepts and stores an uploaded file of a dangerous/executable type and subsequently executes it, giving the attacker code execution in the context of the ColdFusion service account. The CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H, 10.0) confirms the flaw is network-reachable, requires no credentials and no user interaction, and has changed scope, so any internet- or network-exposed instance of an affected version that exposes a file-upload-capable endpoint is in scope. At time of analysis, there is no public exploit identified and no confirmation of active exploitation (no CISA KEV listing), but the combination of a 10.0 score, trivial prerequisites, and full confidentiality/integrity/availability impact makes this a top-priority patching target; environments that front ColdFusion with upload filtering or a WAF, or that deny execution in the upload directory, are materially less exposed.

RemediationAI

Apply the Adobe ColdFusion update published under advisory APSB26-144 (https://www.adobe.com/trust/security/products/coldfusion/apsb26-144.html) to every instance running ColdFusion 2023 at or below 2023.0.25 or ColdFusion 2025 at or below 2025.0.13 - patch availability is per the vendor advisory, and the exact released build numbers should be taken from that bulletin since they are not specified in the available data; treat the affected branch cut-offs (2023.0.25 and 2025.0.13) as the minimum versions that must be superseded. Because exploitation is unauthenticated and requires no user interaction, network exposure is the primary compensating control until patching completes: restrict ColdFusion management and upload-capable endpoints to trusted networks or VPN, and place them behind a reverse proxy. Configure upload directories and any web-accessible content paths with execution disabled (for example, no script/template execution at the web server layer) - the trade-off is that legitimate ColdFusion templates stored in those paths will stop functioning, so the no-execute policy must be scoped to upload storage only, not the application root. Deploy upload filtering at a WAF or proxy to reject dangerous extensions and content types, accepting that bypass via malformed content types or double extensions is possible and this is a partial mitigation. Run the ColdFusion service under a least-privileged OS account with no interactive logon and restricted file-system and outbound network reach, which limits - but does not prevent - post-exploitation impact given the Scope-Changed rating. Audit for prior compromise by reviewing recently uploaded files, web-root additions, and ColdFusion logs for unexpected template execution before and after patching, since successful exploitation leaves attacker-controlled artifacts on disk that patching alone will not remove.

Affected VersionsENISA

ColdFusion 2025 0 ≤2025.0.13
ColdFusion 2023 0 ≤2023.0.25

Affected Packages

euvd coldfusion_2023 no fix
euvd coldfusion_2025 no fix

Source: OSV (Open Source Vulnerabilities)

Affects your stack

Affects 2 packages in euvd

Checking this CVE against your own stacks and servers is part of the Basic plan and up.

Technical ContextAI · show details

The root cause is CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type): ColdFusion's handling of uploaded content does not sufficiently constrain the file type, extension, or storage location, so an attacker-supplied file can be written to a location the application later executes. In ColdFusion this class of bug typically manifests through uploaded CFM/CFC templates, JSP or other script/executable artifacts, or files placed in a web-served or template-executable directory, allowing server-side code execution rather than simple file disclosure. The CVSS vector is CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H - network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and Scope Changed, meaning the vulnerable upload component's compromise crosses a security boundary and impacts resources beyond its own authorization scope. The description's phrase "in the context of the current user" further indicates that the resulting process privileges typically track the ColdFusion service account rather than being guaranteed root or SYSTEM, so post-exploitation privilege depends on how that service is configured. The advisory assigns CWE-434 and the reported tag set (RCE, File Upload) is consistent with that assessment; no CPE strings were supplied, so the authoritative version bounds come from the EUVD data and the Adobe advisory.

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Severity by source

Vendor (adobe) PRIMARY 10.0 CRITICAL
AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
vuln.today AI 10.0 CRITICAL

Unauthenticated network file upload with no interaction yields AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N; webshell execution grants full C/I/A, and code running beyond the upload component justifies S:C.

3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
4.0 AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Primary rating from Vendor (adobe).

CVSS VectorVendor: adobe

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High

DescriptionCVE.org

ColdFusion is affected by an Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of this issue does not require user interaction. Scope is changed.

Executive ViewAI

Why It Matters

Adobe ColdFusion 2023 (through 2023.0.25) and ColdFusion 2025 (through 2025.0.13) are affected by a critical unauthenticated remote code execution flaw (CVE-2026-105899) that allows an attacker to upload and execute a malicious file, gaining control of the ColdFusion service account. Because the flaw requires no credentials or user interaction and no vendor patch is available, any internet- or network-exposed instance is at severe risk of full compromise. While no public exploit has been identified at this time, the perfect 10.0 severity and trivial prerequisites make this a top-priority containment and patching target for leadership.

Business Impact: Severe
Compensating Controls

Restrict or disable file-upload endpoints; enforce strict file-type allowlisting and block dangerous extensions; deploy WAF rules to inspect and block malicious uploads; deny execute permissions on upload directories; network-segment ColdFusion servers to limit exposure; enable enhanced logging and monitoring for upload and execution activity.

Threat Intelligence Overview

EPSS Score
0.6%
Top 55% exploitable
Prevalence
Medium
common enterprise app server, frequent attacker target, not universally deployed
Data Quality
6 sources
Confidence: High

How this decision was reached

The engine reads each signal below and applies a fixed list of rules from top to bottom. The first rule that matches sets the recommended action – like a statement, every line is shown.

SignalValue
Severity CRITICAL
CISA KEV No
Public POC No
EPSS 0.6%
Patch available No
Active threat No
Deciding rule
CRITICAL severity
What every action level means
Emergency Immediate action required. Criteria: CRITICAL + in CISA KEV (actively exploited) without patch, OR CRITICAL + EPSS > 30% without patch, OR CRITICAL + active threat signals without patch.
Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Criteria: in KEV with patch available, OR CRITICAL + public POC, OR HIGH + EPSS > 10%, OR CRITICAL + active threat, OR any CRITICAL severity.
This Week Schedule remediation this week. Criteria: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9). Patch within normal change window.
This Month Plan within 30 days. Criteria: MEDIUM severity (CVSS 4.0-6.9), lower exploitation probability. Include in regular patch cycle.
Monitor Track and reassess. Criteria: LOW severity (CVSS 0.1-3.9), minimal exploitation risk. No immediate action needed.

SSVC AssessmentENISA

SSVC Decision
Scheduled
Exploitation
None
System Exposure· derived
Open
Automatable
Yes
Human Impact
Very High
Technical Impact
Total

Priority Score

51
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: +1
CVSS: +50
PoC: 0
Weaponized: 0
Threat intel: 0
Gov advisory: 0

Attack Technique

Malicious file upload attacks exploit insufficient validation when web applications accept user-provided files.

Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access.

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