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9.8

ColdFusion File Upload Bypass Allows Code Execution

CVE-2019-7816 · published 7 years ago
Summary

Certain versions of ColdFusion allow attackers to upload files without restrictions, potentially allowing them to execute malicious code. This could enable hackers to take control of a server or steal sensitive data. Update to the latest version of ColdFusion to fix this issue.

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
adobe coldfusion 11.0
2016
2018
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:coldfusion:11.0:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
ColdFusion versions Update 2 and earlier, Update 9 and earlier, and Update 17 and earlier have a file upload restriction bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code e...
ColdFusion versions Update 2 and earlier, Update 9 and earlier, and Update 17 and earlier have a file upload restriction bypass vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.8 Critical
Exploitation
68% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-434Unrestricted File Upload
Timeline
Published24 May 2019
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen11 Mar 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-7816 · OSV
CVE-2019-7816 · NVD
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