CVE-2024-44871 is an arbitrary file upload vulnerability identified in the /admin/index.php component of moziloCMS version 3.0. The vulnerability allows an attacker with high privileges (authentication required) to upload malicious files through the administrative interface. These crafted files can contain executable code, enabling the attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-434, which involves insufficient validation of uploaded files, allowing dangerous file types to be uploaded and executed. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.2, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Although no public exploits are currently known, the vulnerability's nature makes it a significant risk for organizations using moziloCMS, especially those exposing the admin panel to the internet. The lack of available patches at the time of publication increases the urgency for mitigation.

Successful exploitation of CVE-2024-44871 can lead to remote code execution on the affected server, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, modify or delete content, and disrupt service availability. This can result in data breaches, defacement, or complete system takeover. Organizations relying on moziloCMS for website management face risks including loss of customer trust, regulatory penalties due to data exposure, and operational downtime. Given the administrative nature of the vulnerable component, attackers with valid credentials or compromised admin accounts can leverage this flaw to escalate privileges and maintain persistent access. The impact extends beyond the web server to backend systems if lateral movement is possible, increasing the potential damage scope.

1. Immediately restrict access to the /admin/index.php interface by IP whitelisting or VPN-only access to limit exposure. 2. Implement strict file upload validation on the server side, including checking file types, MIME types, and file contents to prevent dangerous files from being accepted. 3. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block suspicious file upload attempts targeting this endpoint. 4. Monitor server logs and file system changes for unusual activity indicative of exploitation attempts. 5. Enforce strong authentication and multi-factor authentication for administrative accounts to reduce the risk of credential compromise. 6. Regularly back up website data and configurations to enable recovery in case of compromise. 7. Stay alert for official patches or updates from moziloCMS and apply them promptly once available. 8. Consider isolating the CMS environment in a container or sandbox to limit the blast radius of a potential compromise.