CVE-2024-38909: n/a
Studio 42 elFinder 2.1.64 is vulnerable to Incorrect Access Control. Copying files with an unauthorized extension between server directories allows an arbitrary attacker to expose secrets, perform RCE, etc.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-38909 affects Studio 42 elFinder version 2.1.64 and involves incorrect access control. Specifically, the vulnerability permits an attacker without privileges to copy files with unauthorized extensions across server directories. This can result in disclosure of secrets and potentially remote code execution. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, indicating critical impact with network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. There is no vendor advisory or patch available at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of the affected system by exposing sensitive data and enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass access controls and manipulate files across directories, severely impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to elFinder 2.1.64 instances and monitor for suspicious activity related to file operations. Avoid exposing the vulnerable version to untrusted networks.
CVE-2024-38909: n/a
Description
Studio 42 elFinder 2.1.64 is vulnerable to Incorrect Access Control. Copying files with an unauthorized extension between server directories allows an arbitrary attacker to expose secrets, perform RCE, etc.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-38909 affects Studio 42 elFinder version 2.1.64 and involves incorrect access control. Specifically, the vulnerability permits an attacker without privileges to copy files with unauthorized extensions across server directories. This can result in disclosure of secrets and potentially remote code execution. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, indicating critical impact with network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts. There is no vendor advisory or patch available at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to full compromise of the affected system by exposing sensitive data and enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to bypass access controls and manipulate files across directories, severely impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to elFinder 2.1.64 instances and monitor for suspicious activity related to file operations. Avoid exposing the vulnerable version to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2024-06-21T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a49b1cf27e9c79719a8a4c0
Added to database: 07/05/2026, 01:22:23 UTC
Last enriched: 07/12/2026, 08:24:12 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:52 UTC
Views: 5
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