CVE-2024-46479 in Supravizio BPM
Summary
by MITRE • 01/13/2025
Venki Supravizio BPM through 18.0.1 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability. An authenticated attacker may upload a malicious file, leading to remote code execution.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/07/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-46479 affects Venki Supravizio BPM version 18.0.1 and earlier, representing a critical arbitrary file upload flaw that enables authenticated attackers to execute remote code on affected systems. This vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and inadequate file type restrictions within the application's file upload functionality, creating a pathway for malicious actors to bypass security controls and deploy harmful payloads. The flaw exists in the web application's handling of user-uploaded files, where proper sanitization and validation mechanisms fail to prevent the upload of executable or malicious content.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability allows an authenticated user to upload files without proper security checks, potentially enabling the execution of arbitrary code on the target system. This represents a severe security weakness classified under CWE-434, which specifically addresses the improper restriction of file uploads. The vulnerability's impact is amplified by the fact that it requires only authentication, making it accessible to users with legitimate access credentials who may be compromised or malicious insiders. The system's failure to validate file extensions, content types, or file signatures creates multiple attack vectors for exploitation.
From an operational standpoint, this vulnerability poses significant risks to organizations using Venki Supravizio BPM, as it enables attackers to gain persistent access to systems and potentially escalate privileges within the network. The remote code execution capability allows threat actors to establish backdoors, exfiltrate sensitive data, or deploy additional malware. The attack surface extends beyond immediate system compromise to include potential lateral movement within the enterprise network, especially if the application runs with elevated privileges or has access to sensitive databases and resources. This vulnerability directly maps to attack techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under T1190 for Exploit Public-Facing Application and T1059 for Command and Scripting Interpreter.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-46479 should include immediate patching of the affected software to version 18.0.2 or later, which addresses the file upload validation issues. Organizations should implement comprehensive file upload restrictions including strict file type validation, content scanning, and the use of secure file naming conventions. Network segmentation and access controls should be enforced to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual file upload activities and suspicious system behavior. Additionally, regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities in other applications within the organization's attack surface. The implementation of web application firewalls and runtime application self-protection mechanisms can provide additional layers of defense against this type of exploitation.