CVE-2022-27346 in Ecommece-Website
Summary
by MITRE • 04/08/2022
Ecommece-Website v1.1.0 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability via /admin/index.php?slides. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PHP file.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/07/2026
The ecommerce-website v1.1.0 platform presents a critical arbitrary file upload vulnerability within its administrative interface at the /admin/index.php?slides endpoint. This flaw represents a severe security weakness that directly violates multiple security principles and industry standards. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and insufficient file type restrictions, allowing malicious actors to bypass normal upload controls and potentially gain unauthorized access to the system's underlying infrastructure.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves the absence of proper file extension checks and content validation mechanisms within the file upload process. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious PHP files with executable code that gets uploaded to the server through the slides management interface. This arbitrary file upload capability creates an immediate path for remote code execution, enabling threat actors to establish persistent access, escalate privileges, and potentially compromise the entire web application environment.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations utilizing this specific ecommerce platform version. The ability to execute arbitrary code through file uploads directly maps to attack patterns described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under T1505.003 (Server-Side Include Injection) and T1059.007 (Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell). Organizations face potential data breaches, system compromise, and unauthorized access to sensitive customer information stored within the ecommerce platform.
The vulnerability also aligns with CWE-434, which specifically addresses "Upload of File without Size Limitation," and CWE-22, "Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')." These weaknesses together create a dangerous combination where attackers can not only upload malicious files but potentially execute them in privileged contexts. The exploitation process typically involves uploading a PHP shell or webshell that allows remote command execution, providing attackers with persistent access to the compromised system.
Security mitigation strategies should include immediate implementation of strict file type validation, enforcement of size limitations on uploaded files, and proper sanitization of all user inputs. Organizations must also implement proper access controls, regularly update and patch the platform, and conduct thorough security testing including penetration testing and code reviews. The principle of least privilege should be enforced, ensuring that administrative interfaces require strong authentication mechanisms and that file upload capabilities are restricted to authorized personnel only. Additionally, implementing web application firewalls and monitoring for suspicious file upload activities can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts before they succeed.