Remote Code Execution
Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access.
How It Works
Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access. Unlike a single vulnerability class, RCE is an outcome—the catastrophic result of exploiting underlying weaknesses in how applications process input, manage memory, or handle executable content.
Attackers typically achieve RCE by chaining vulnerabilities or exploiting a single critical flaw. Common pathways include injecting malicious payloads through deserialization flaws (where untrusted data becomes executable objects), command injection (where user input flows into system commands), buffer overflows (overwriting memory to hijack execution flow), or unsafe file uploads (placing executable code on the server). Server-Side Template Injection and SQL injection can also escalate to code execution when attackers leverage database or template engine features.
The attack flow usually begins with reconnaissance to identify vulnerable endpoints, followed by crafting a payload that exploits the specific weakness, then executing commands to establish persistence or pivot deeper into the network. Modern exploits often use multi-stage payloads—initial lightweight code that downloads and executes more sophisticated tooling.
Impact
- Complete system compromise — attacker gains shell access with application privileges, potentially escalating to root/SYSTEM
- Data exfiltration — unrestricted access to databases, configuration files, credentials, and sensitive business data
- Lateral movement — compromised server becomes a beachhead to attack internal networks and other systems
- Ransomware deployment — direct pathway to encrypt files and disable backups
- Persistence mechanisms — installation of backdoors, web shells, and rootkits for long-term access
- Supply chain attacks — modification of application code or dependencies to compromise downstream users
Real-World Examples
The n8n workflow automation platform (CVE-2024-21858) demonstrated how RCE can emerge in unexpected places-attackers exploited unsafe workflow execution to run arbitrary code on self-hosted instances. The Log4j vulnerability (Log4Shell) showed RCE at massive scale when attackers sent specially crafted JNDI lookup strings that triggered remote class loading in Java applications worldwide.
Atlassian Confluence instances have faced multiple RCE vulnerabilities through OGNL injection flaws, where attackers inject Object-Graph Navigation Language expressions that execute with server privileges. These required no authentication, enabling attackers to compromise thousands of internet-exposed instances within hours of disclosure.
Mitigation
- Input validation and sanitization — strict allowlists for all user-controlled data, especially in execution contexts
- Sandboxing and containerization — isolate application processes with minimal privileges using containers, VMs, or security contexts
- Disable dangerous functions — remove or restrict features like code evaluation, system command execution, and dynamic deserialization
- Network segmentation — limit blast radius by isolating sensitive systems and restricting outbound connections
- Web Application Firewalls — detect and block common RCE patterns in HTTP traffic
- Runtime application self-protection (RASP) — monitor application behavior for execution anomalies
- Regular patching — prioritize updates for components with known RCE vulnerabilities
Recent CVEs (4591)
Adobe Experience Manager versions 6.5.23 and earlier contain a misconfiguration vulnerability enabling unauthenticated remote code execution with changed scope (CVSS 10.0).
An issue in thinkphp3 v.3.2.5 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the index.php component. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
An issue in thinkphp v.5.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the routecheck function. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
The ICTBroadcast application unsafely passes session cookie data to shell processing, allowing an attacker to inject shell commands into a session cookie that get executed on the server. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 74.3% and no vendor patch available.
The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpie_tempalte_import' function in all versions up to, and including,. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. This Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability could allow attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server.
The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function in all versions up to, and. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. This Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability could allow attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server.
pyLoad is the free and open-source Download Manager written in pure Python. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.
LiquidFiles before 4.1.2 supports FTP SITE CHMOD for mode 6777 (setuid and setgid), which allows FTPDrop users to execute arbitrary code as root by leveraging the Actionscript feature and the sudoers. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
The GitKraken Desktop 10.8.0 and 11.1.0 is susceptible to code injection due to misconfigured Electron Fuses. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unisite CMS version 5.0 contains a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the "Report" functionality. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.6), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Paramount Macrium Reflect through 2025-06-26 allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges via a crafted .mrimgx backup file and a malicious VSSSvr.dll located in the. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.7), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Paramount Macrium Reflect through 2025-06-26 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges via a crafted .mrimgx or .mrbax backup file and a renamed executable placed in. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.7), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in ZKEACMS v4.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted file. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
DELMIA Apriso from Release 2020 through 2025 contains a code injection vulnerability allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the manufacturing execution system.
NVIDIA vGPU software contains a vulnerability in the Virtual GPU Manager, where a malicious guest could cause a stack buffer overflow. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
NVIDIA vGPU software for Linux-style hypervisors contains a vulnerability in the Virtual GPU Manager, where a malicious guest could cause stack buffer overflow. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
NVIDIA GPU Display Driver for Windows contains a vulnerability where an attacker with local unprivileged access that can win a race condition might be able to trigger a use-after-free error. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.0). No vendor patch available.
NVIDIA .run Installer for Linux and Solaris contains a vulnerability where an attacker could use a race condition to escalate privileges. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.0). No vendor patch available.
NVIDIA Installer for Windows contains a vulnerability where an attacker may be able to escalate privileges. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Woffice Core plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the woffice_file_manager_delete() function in all versions up to, and. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. No vendor patch available.
Files is a module for managing files inside spaces and user profiles. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity.
Nest is a framework for building scalable Node.js server-side applications. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.4), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 22.1%.
Traefik is an HTTP reverse proxy and load balancer. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable. This Path Traversal vulnerability could allow attackers to access files and directories outside the intended path.
Cursor is a code editor built for programming with AI. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
1Panel is a web interface and MCP Server that manages websites, files, containers, databases, and LLMs on a Linux server. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required. Public exploit code available.
Alpine iLX-507 Command Injection Remote Code Execution. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.0), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 vCard Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.4), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 TIDAL Improper Certificate Validation Vulnerability. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.0), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 AVRCP Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.4), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 CarPlay Stack-based Buffer Overflow Code Execution Vulnerability. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 UPDM_wstpCBCUpdStart Command Injection Vulnerability. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.6), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Alpine iLX-507 vCard Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.4), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A privileged Vault operator within the root namespace with write permission to {{sys/audit}} may obtain code execution on the underlying host if a plugin directory is set in Vault’s configuration. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
FreshRSS is a free, self-hostable RSS aggregator. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.
Squid is a caching proxy for the Web. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity.
The modelscope/ms-swift library thru 2.6.1 is vulnerable to arbitrary code execution through deserialization of untrusted data within the `load_model_meta()` function of the `ModelFileSystemCache()`. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability exists in the ms-swift project version 3.3.0 due to unsafe deserialization in tests/run.py using yaml.load() from the PyYAML library (versions = 5.3.1). Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The BerqWP - Automated All-In-One Page Speed Optimization for Core Web Vitals, Cache, CDN, Images, CSS, and JavaScript plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required. No vendor patch available.
Sandbox escape and privilege escalation in macOS 13.7.x through 15.2.x allow local authenticated users to execute arbitrary code outside application sandboxes or gain elevated privileges via state management flaws. Apple patched this in macOS Ventura 13.7.7, Sonoma 14.7.7, and Sequoia 15.3. With EPSS at 0.02% (5th percentile) and no public exploit identified at time of analysis, real-world risk remains low despite the high CVSS score, though local attackers with existing user-level access could leverage this for post-exploitation privilege escalation.
Arbitrary file upload in Themeum Droip WordPress plugin (versions up to 2.5.1) permits authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level privileges or higher to upload malicious files without file type validation in the make_google_font_offline() function, enabling remote code execution on the affected server. CVSS 8.8 severity reflects low privilege requirement (PR:L) and complete confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. No public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Memory corruption in Firefox 140 and Thunderbird 140 enables remote code execution without authentication. Mozilla confirmed multiple memory safety bugs with evidence of corruption, collectively presumed exploitable for arbitrary code execution. Fixed in Firefox 141 and Thunderbird 141. CVSS 9.8 critical severity with network-accessible attack vector requiring no user interaction. EPSS data not provided; no public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Memory corruption in Mozilla Firefox 140 and Thunderbird 140 (including ESR versions) allows remote code execution when users interact with malicious web content. Affected versions include Firefox ESR 140.0, Firefox 140, Thunderbird ESR 140.0, and Thunderbird 140. With CVSS 8.8 and requiring only user interaction (no authentication), this represents a significant threat to enterprise and consumer users. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, though Mozilla confirmed memory corruption evidence suggesting exploitability with sufficient attacker effort. Vendor-released patches available in Firefox 141, Firefox ESR 140.1, Thunderbird 141, and Thunderbird 140.1.
Remote code execution in Mozilla Firefox (ESR 128.12, 140.0, Firefox 140) and Thunderbird (ESR 128.12, 140.0, Thunderbird 140) allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via memory corruption vulnerabilities classified as buffer overflow (CWE-119). User interaction is required. Mozilla has released patches for all affected products (Firefox 141, ESR 128.13, ESR 140.1, Thunderbird 141, 128.13, 140.1). No public exploit identified at time of analysis, though CVSS score of 8.8 reflects high severity with complete compromise potential.
Remote code execution in Mozilla Firefox (ESR 115.x through 115.25, 128.x through 128.12, 140.0, regular 140) and Thunderbird (ESR 128.12, 140.0, regular 140) via memory safety bugs (CWE-119 buffer overflow). Attackers can execute arbitrary code by delivering crafted web content that triggers memory corruption when a user interacts with malicious pages or emails. CVSS 8.8 (High) reflects network-based attack requiring user interaction but no authentication. Vendor-released patches available: Firefox 141, Firefox ESR 115.26/128.13/140.1, Thunderbird 141/128.13/140.1. EPSS data not provided; no public exploit identified at time of analysis, though Mozilla notes evidence of memory corruption suggesting exploitability with effort.
Firefox and Thunderbird's 'Copy as cURL' feature improperly escapes shell metacharacters, allowing remote attackers to trick users into executing arbitrary commands when pasting copied network requests into a terminal. Affects Firefox <141, Firefox ESR <128.13/140.1, and Thunderbird <141, <128.13/140.1. Vendor-released patches available across all affected branches. CVSS 8.1 with network attack vector requiring user interaction; no public exploit identified at time of analysis. EPSS data not provided but social engineering dependency limits automated exploitation risk.
Microsoft SharePoint Server contains a deserialization vulnerability allowing unauthenticated remote code execution over the network, with active exploitation confirmed and patches pending full release.
Laravel Livewire v3 through v3.6.3 contains a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2025-54068, CVSS 9.8) that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute commands through improper hydration of component property updates. KEV-listed with EPSS 16%, this vulnerability affects one of the most popular PHP frameworks, potentially compromising thousands of Laravel applications using Livewire for reactive server-side rendering.
Upload of arbitrary files in Groundhogg WordPress plugin through version 4.2.1 enables attackers to upload web shells to the server, achieving remote code execution. The vulnerability stems from insufficient validation of uploaded file types, allowing an attacker to bypass file type restrictions and execute malicious code on the affected web server. This is a critical vulnerability affecting a widely-used WordPress plugin, though current EPSS scoring (0.09%) suggests low real-world exploitation probability at time of analysis.
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Webkul Medical Prescription Attachment Plugin for WooCommerce through version 1.2.3 allows attackers to upload web shells to the server, enabling remote code execution. The plugin fails to properly validate uploaded file types, permitting dangerous executable files to be stored in web-accessible directories. No CVSS score or public exploit code has been published; however, the low EPSS score (0.11%, 29th percentile) suggests minimal exploitation probability despite the high intrinsic severity of arbitrary file upload to WordPress environments.
Arbitrary file deletion in Malcure Malware Scanner for WordPress (versions ≤17.0) permits authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level privileges to delete critical system files via wpmr_delete_file() function lacking capability checks. Exploitation enables path traversal to wp-config.php or other core files, creating conditions for remote code execution through redeployment of malicious files. Vulnerability active only when plugin's advanced mode enabled. Affects authenticated low-privilege users (PR:L). No public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Path traversal in Vim's zip.vim plugin prior to version 9.1.1551 allows local attackers to overwrite arbitrary files when a user opens a specially crafted zip archive, potentially enabling arbitrary command execution if sensitive files or privileged locations are targeted. The vulnerability requires direct user interaction (opening a malicious zip file in Vim) and has low real-world impact due to high attack complexity and local attack vector, though publicly available exploit code exists. EPSS exploitation probability is minimal at 0.03% (7th percentile), reflecting the friction imposed by user interaction requirements.
Arbitrary file movement in HT Contact Form Widget for Elementor & Gutenberg (WordPress plugin) allows unanatuhenticated remote attackers to relocate server files including wp-config.php, enabling remote code execution. Affects all versions through 2.2.1. Vulnerability stems from insufficient path validation in handle_files_upload() function. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, low observed exploitation activity.
Arbitrary file deletion in HT Contact Form Widget For Elementor (WordPress plugin) allows unanetworks attackers to remove critical server files, enabling remote code execution. Affecting all versions through 2.2.1, the vulnerability stems from insufficient path validation in temp_file_delete(), permitting deletion of wp-config.php or other essential files. CVSS 9.1 (Critical) with network attack vector, low complexity, and no authentication required. Vendor patch available (changeset 3326887). No public exploit identified at time of analysis, though the attack path is straightforward for skilled adversaries.
Unauthenticated remote code execution in HT Contact Form Widget For Elementor Page Builder & Gutenberg Blocks plugin (all versions ≤2.2.1) allows attackers to upload arbitrary files to the WordPress server. Missing file type validation in temp_file_upload() function enables unrestricted file uploads, permitting execution of malicious scripts. Critical severity (CVSS 9.8) due to network-accessible attack vector requiring no authentication or user interaction. No public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Remote code execution via arbitrary plugin upload in Alone - Charity Multipurpose Non-profit WordPress Theme up to version 7.8.3 allows unauthenticated attackers to upload malicious zip files containing webshells through the alone_import_pack_install_plugin() function, achieving complete server compromise. This critical vulnerability (CVSS 9.8) stems from missing capability checks, enabling attackers to bypass all authentication requirements. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, though the attack is technically straightforward given the unauthenticated attack vector and low complexity (AC:L).
Unauthenticated arbitrary file deletion in Alone WordPress theme versions ≤7.8.5 enables remote attackers to achieve code execution by deleting critical files like wp-config.php. The vulnerability stems from insufficient path validation in the alone_import_pack_restore_data() function, exploitable over the network with low complexity and no user interaction required. Partial fix released in version 7.8.5; fully addressed in version 7.8.7. EPSS data and KEV status not provided in available intelligence, but the unauthenticated remote attack vector and direct path to RCE represent critical risk for sites running affected versions.
LaRecipe versions prior to 2.8.1 contain a Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI) vulnerability that can lead to Remote Code Execution (RCE) in vulnerable configurations. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated network attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server, access sensitive environment variables, and escalate privileges without requiring user interaction or special access. With a perfect CVSS 3.1 score of 10.0 and network-based attack vector, this represents a critical threat to all unpatched LaRecipe installations.
CVE-2025-53825 is a critical unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability in Dokploy versions prior to 0.24.3, where attackers can execute arbitrary code and access sensitive environment variables by simply opening a pull request on a public repository. This vulnerability affects all public Dokploy instances utilizing preview deployments and carries a CVSS score of 9.4 (Critical), with no authentication or user interaction required, making it immediately exploitable by any network-adjacent attacker.
CVE-2025-53623 is an arbitrary code execution vulnerability in the Job Iteration API's CsvEnumerator class affecting versions prior to 1.11.0. An unauthenticated remote attacker can execute arbitrary system commands by supplying malicious input to CSV file processing methods, particularly the count_of_rows_in_file method, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.1 indicating high severity with network-accessible attack vector and no privilege requirements.
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /controller/PicManager.php of FoxCMS v1.2.6 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted template file.
A flaw was found in polkit. When processing an XML policy with 32 or more nested elements in depth, an out-of-bounds write can be triggered. This issue can lead to a crash or other unexpected behavior, and arbitrary code execution is not discarded. To exploit this flaw, a high-privilege account is needed as it's required to place the malicious policy file properly.
CVE-2025-7603 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in D-Link DI-8100 firmware version 16.07.26A1, affecting the HTTP Request Handler component (/jingx.asp file). An authenticated remote attacker with high privileges can exploit this vulnerability to achieve complete compromise of the device, including code execution, data theft, and denial of service. A public proof-of-concept exploit exists, increasing real-world exploitation risk.
CVE-2025-7602 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in D-Link DI-8100 firmware version 16.07.26A1 affecting the /arp_sys.asp HTTP endpoint. An authenticated remote attacker with high privileges can exploit this vulnerability to achieve arbitrary code execution, potentially compromising device integrity, confidentiality, and availability. Public exploit code is available, elevating real-world risk despite the CVSS 7.2 score.
CVE-2025-7598 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Tenda AX1803 router (version 1.0.0.1) affecting the WiFi MAC filter configuration endpoint. An authenticated remote attacker can exploit improper input validation in the deviceList parameter to achieve remote code execution with full system compromise (confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts). Public exploit code has been disclosed and the vulnerability may be actively exploited.
CVE-2024-51768 is a remote code execution vulnerability in HPE AutoPass License Server (APLS) versions prior to 9.17, stemming from unsafe deserialization in the embedded HSQLDB database library. An authenticated attacker with local network access can execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the APLS service, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.0 and represents a significant risk to organizations using affected APLS versions, particularly given the authentication requirement is modest (PR:L) and the attack complexity is low.
CVE-2025-7620 is a critical Remote Code Execution vulnerability in Digitware System Integration Corporation's cross-browser document creation component that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code on victim systems through malicious websites. The vulnerability exploits unsafe download and execution mechanisms, requiring only user interaction (visiting a malicious site) with no special privileges needed. With a CVSS score of 8.8 (High) and network-based attack vector, this poses significant risk to organizations deploying this component, particularly if actively exploited in the wild or if public exploits become available.
CVE-2025-7619 is an Arbitrary File Write vulnerability in BatchSignCS, a background Windows application by WellChoose, that allows remote attackers with low privileges to write arbitrary files to any filesystem path via malicious website visits, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.8 (High) and requires user interaction (visiting a malicious site) but no elevated privileges; real-world exploitability depends on KEV listing status and public POC availability, which are not confirmed in the provided data.
CVE-2025-1384 is a least privilege violation (CWE-272) in the communication protocol between Omron NJ/NX-series Machine Automation Controllers and Sysmac Studio software that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected controllers. The vulnerability affects industrial automation environments and enables complete compromise of controller functionality through unauthorized remote code execution. While the CVSS score of 7.0 indicates moderate-to-high severity, the network-accessible attack vector and lack of required privileges make this a significant threat to operational technology (OT) environments, particularly in manufacturing and critical infrastructure sectors.
The AIT CSV Import/Export WordPress plugin through version 3.0.3 allows unauthorized arbitrary file uploads without file type validation. The upload handler in upload-handler.php is accessible without authentication, enabling remote attackers to deploy PHP webshells and achieve code execution on the WordPress server.
The Simple File List plugin for WordPress through version 4.2.2 contains an unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability. Attackers can upload PHP files disguised with image extensions and then rename them back to .php using the plugin's built-in rename functionality, bypassing all upload restrictions.
A remote code execution vulnerability in all (CVSS 8.8). High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation.
The WPBookit WordPress plugin (versions ≤1.0.4) contains a critical arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the image_upload_handle() function due to missing file type validation, allowing unauthenticated attackers to upload malicious files and potentially achieve remote code execution. With a CVSS score of 9.8, network-accessible attack vector, and no authentication requirement, this vulnerability poses an immediate and severe threat to any WordPress installation using the affected plugin.
WPBookit WordPress plugin versions up to 1.0.4 contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the handle_image_upload() function due to missing file type validation, allowing authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level privileges to upload malicious files and potentially achieve remote code execution. This is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8) affecting a plugin likely used by booking/appointment management websites, with low attack complexity and no user interaction required once authenticated.
CVE-2023-38036 is a critical unauthenticated buffer overflow vulnerability in Ivanti Avalanche Manager prior to version 6.4.1 that allows remote attackers to cause denial of service or achieve arbitrary code execution without authentication. With a CVSS score of 9.8 and network-based attack vector, this vulnerability has significant real-world exploitability risk and affects all organizations deploying vulnerable Avalanche Manager instances.
CVE-2025-7460 is a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the setWiFiAclRules function of TOTOLINK T6 routers (version 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015) that allows authenticated remote attackers to achieve code execution through malformed MAC address parameters in HTTP POST requests. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed with proof-of-concept availability and poses immediate risk to deployed TOTOLINK T6 devices; exploitation requires valid credentials but no user interaction.
CVE-2025-7503 is a security vulnerability (CVSS 10.0). Critical severity with potential for significant impact on affected systems.
CVE-2025-30402 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in ExecuTorch's method loading mechanism that can cause runtime crashes and potentially enable arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability affects ExecuTorch versions prior to commit 93b1a0c15f7eda49b2bc46b5b4c49557b4e9810f and requires user interaction (UI required per CVSS vector). With a CVSS score of 8.1 and remote attack vector, this represents a significant risk to applications embedding ExecuTorch, particularly those processing untrusted model files or executing remote inference requests.
A CWE-918: Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability exists that could cause unauthenticated remote code execution when the server is accessed via the network with knowledge of hidden URLs and manipulation of host request header.
CVE-2025-50123 is a code injection vulnerability (CWE-94) in an unspecified server product that allows remote command execution when accessed via console by a privileged account through malicious hostname input. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 score of 7.2 and requires physical access and high privileges, significantly limiting real-world exploitability despite the high impact potential. KEV status and EPSS scoring data are unavailable in provided intelligence, but the physical attack vector and high privilege requirement suggest this poses limited risk in typical network environments.
CVE-2025-50121 is an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) in an unspecified product that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to achieve remote code execution by creating a malicious folder through the web interface when HTTP is enabled. With a CVSS 9.5 score and network-based attack vector requiring minimal complexity, this represents a critical vulnerability; however, real-world risk is substantially mitigated by the requirement that HTTP must be explicitly enabled (disabled by default). No active KEV status, EPSS data, or public POC availability has been confirmed from the provided intelligence.
A remote code execution vulnerability in for WordPress is vulnerable to CSV Injection in all (CVSS 4.1). Remediation should follow standard vulnerability management procedures.
The GB Forms DB plugin for WordPress contains a critical unauthenticated Remote Code Execution vulnerability in the gbfdb_talk_to_front() function, affecting all versions up to 1.0.2. The vulnerability stems from unsanitized user input passed directly to call_user_func(), allowing attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code without authentication. This can be leveraged to inject backdoors, create administrative accounts, or achieve full server compromise.
CVE-2025-30023 is a critical remote code execution vulnerability in a client-server communication protocol that allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The flaw affects users with valid credentials who can access the affected service over an adjacent network segment, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability across trust boundaries. While specific product details are limited in the provided data, this represents a high-severity risk requiring immediate patching, particularly if actively exploited or if public proof-of-concept code exists.
The Premium Age Verification / Restriction for WordPress plugin contains an insufficiently protected remote support functionality in remote_tunnel.php that allows unauthenticated attackers to read from or write to arbitrary files on affected servers. This critical vulnerability (CVSS 9.8) affects all versions up to and including 3.0.2, potentially enabling sensitive information disclosure or remote code execution without authentication. Given the critical CVSS score and network-accessible attack vector, this vulnerability should be treated as high priority pending confirmation of KEV status and active exploitation.
CVE-2025-7420 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Tenda O3V2 router firmware (version 1.0.0.12(3880)) affecting the httpd component's WiFi configuration handler. An authenticated remote attacker can overflow the stack via the 'extChannel' parameter in the /goform/setWrlBasicInfo endpoint, achieving complete system compromise including arbitrary code execution, data theft, and denial of service. Public exploit code has been disclosed and the vulnerability meets CVSS 8.8 severity criteria, indicating high real-world risk for affected router deployments.
A remote code execution vulnerability in Advantech iView that allows for SQL injection and remote code execution (CVSS 8.8) that allows for sql injection and remote code execution. High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation.
CVE-2025-53475 is a SQL injection vulnerability in Advantech iView's NetworkServlet.getNextTrapPage() function that allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL queries and potentially achieve remote code execution within the context of the 'nt authority\local service' account. The vulnerability requires valid user-level credentials but has a high CVSS score of 8.8 due to the combination of high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. No KEV or active exploitation data is provided, but the authenticated requirement and network accessibility make this a moderate-to-high priority for organizations deploying Advantech iView.
CVE-2025-52577 is a SQL injection vulnerability in Advantech iView's NetworkServlet.archiveTrapRange() method that allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL queries and potentially achieve remote code execution (RCE) within the LocalService account context. The vulnerability affects Advantech iView and requires user-level authentication, making it a post-authentication attack vector with high severity (CVSS 8.8). While no public POC or KEV status confirmation is available in provided data, the combination of SQL injection leading to RCE on a privileged service account represents significant risk for organizations deploying this network management solution.
Meshtastic is an open source mesh networking solution. The main_matrix.yml GitHub Action is triggered by the pull_request_target event, which has extensive permissions, and can be initiated by an attacker who forked the repository and created a pull request. In the shell code execution part, user-controlled input is interpolated unsafely into the code. If this were to be exploited, attackers could inject unauthorized code into the repository. This vulnerability is fixed in 2.6.6.
A remote code execution vulnerability in Honeywell Experion PKS and OneWireless WDM (CVSS 8.2). High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation.
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