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7.5

Basilic 1.5.14 lets attackers run commands via file parameter

CVE-2012-3399 · published 14 years ago
Summary

The config/diff.php page in Basilic 1.5.14 can be tricked into running any system command if an attacker includes special characters in the 'file' field. This means a remote user could take control of the server hosting Basilic. Update to a patched version or limit access to this page to trusted users as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
artis.imag basilic 1.5.14
cpe:2.3:a:artis.imag:basilic:1.5.14:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Config/diff.php in Basilic 1.5.14 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the file parameter.
Config/diff.php in Basilic 1.5.14 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the file parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
65% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-20Improper Input Validation
Timeline
Published12 Jul 2012
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2012-3399 · NVD
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