CVE-2024-42636: dedecms · Command Injection
Affects dedecmsSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.2 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 13:47 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.8% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 58% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 23 Aug 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
GitHubiami233/dedecmspkg:github/iami233/dedecmsOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
- Immediately restrict access to the file_manage_view.php script to only trusted administrators and limit network exposure.
- Implement strict input validation and sanitization on all parameters, especially 'fmdo' and 'activepath', to prevent command injection.
- Apply the principle of least privilege by ensuring users have only the necessary permissions to perform their tasks, reducing the risk of high-privilege account compromise.
- Monitor server logs for unusual command execution patterns or unauthorized access attempts.
- If patches become available from DedeCMS, prioritize their deployment promptly.
- Consider deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block attempts to exploit this vulnerability.
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focusing on command injection vectors.
- Educate administrators on secure CMS management practices and the risks of privilege escalation.
Description
DedeCMS V5.7.115 has a command execution vulnerability via file_manage_view.php?fmdo=newfile&activepath.