WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution
WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The WBCE CMS 1.6.4 remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Droplets module, which allows authenticated administrators to create or modify droplets containing arbitrary PHP code. By inserting malicious code into a droplet and embedding the droplet in a page, an attacker can execute system commands or PHP functions on the server. The exploit demonstrated uses shell_exec or eval to run commands and retrieve system information, confirming code execution capability. This vulnerability requires valid administrator credentials and affects the self-hosted WBCE CMS 1.6.4 version.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in complete system compromise of the server hosting WBCE CMS 1.6.4. Attackers with administrator access can execute arbitrary PHP code, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, server control, and further attacks within the network.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious droplet creation or modification. Consider disabling or restricting the Droplets module if possible. Follow vendor updates for patches or official mitigations.
Indicators of Compromise
- exploit-code: # Exploit Title: WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution # Date: 2024-10-26 # Exploit Author: Chokri Hammedi # Vendor Homepage: https://wbce.org/ # Software Link: https://github.com/WBCE/WBCE_CMS/releases/tag/v1.6.4 # Version: 1.6.4 # Tested on: Linux (Debian/Parrot OS) ## Vulnerability Description WBCE CMS version 1.6.4 contains a critical remote code execution vulnerability in the Droplets module. Authenticated attackers with administrator privileges can inject and execute arbitrary PHP code, leading to complete system compromise. ## Proof of Concept 1. Log in to the WBCE admin panel with administrator credentials 2. Navigate to "Admin-Tools" in the sidebar menu 3. Click on "Droplets" to access the droplet management interface 4. Click "Add droplet" to create a new droplet 5. Enter a random name for the droplet and insert the following malicious code in the code area: echo "<h3>System Information PoC</h3>"; echo "<pre>"; if(function_exists('shell_exec')) { echo "1. Current User: " . shell_exec('id'); echo "2. Working Directory: " . shell_exec('pwd'); echo "3. System Info: " . shell_exec('uname -a'); echo "4. PHP Version: " . phpversion(); } else { echo "shell_exec disabled - but eval() still works!"; echo "Current User (via PHP): " . get_current_user(); echo "System: " . PHP_OS; } echo "</pre>"; 6. Click "Save & Back" to store the droplet 7. Copy the droplet code name (e.g., `[[test]]`) from the droplets list. You can find this under the description column by clicking the info icon. 8. Edit or create any page and insert the droplet code name within double brackets 9. View the page to observe the command execution output, confirming remote code execution
WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution
Description
WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The WBCE CMS 1.6.4 remote code execution vulnerability exists in the Droplets module, which allows authenticated administrators to create or modify droplets containing arbitrary PHP code. By inserting malicious code into a droplet and embedding the droplet in a page, an attacker can execute system commands or PHP functions on the server. The exploit demonstrated uses shell_exec or eval to run commands and retrieve system information, confirming code execution capability. This vulnerability requires valid administrator credentials and affects the self-hosted WBCE CMS 1.6.4 version.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in complete system compromise of the server hosting WBCE CMS 1.6.4. Attackers with administrator access can execute arbitrary PHP code, potentially leading to unauthorized data access, server control, and further attacks within the network.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious droplet creation or modification. Consider disabling or restricting the Droplets module if possible. Follow vendor updates for patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Edb Id
- 52489
- Has Exploit Code
- true
- Code Language
- text
Indicators of Compromise
Exploit Source Code
Exploit code for WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution
# Exploit Title: WBCE CMS 1.6.4 - Remote Code Execution # Date: 2024-10-26 # Exploit Author: Chokri Hammedi # Vendor Homepage: https://wbce.org/ # Software Link: https://github.com/WBCE/WBCE_CMS/releases/tag/v1.6.4 # Version: 1.6.4 # Tested on: Linux (Debian/Parrot OS) ## Vulnerability Description WBCE CMS version 1.6.4 contains a critical remote code execution vulnerability in the Droplets module. Authenticated attackers with administrator privileges can inject and execute arbitrary PHP code,... (1220 more characters)
Threat ID: 69d4e432aaed68159a0d4599
Added to database: 4/7/2026, 11:02:10 AM
Last enriched: 4/7/2026, 11:03:03 AM
Last updated: 4/7/2026, 5:39:25 PM
Views: 19
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