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Q1What is this vulnerability? (Essence + Consequences)
π¨ **Essence**: A critical code flaw in Cegid Meta4 HR allowing unauthorized file uploads. π **Consequences**: Full system compromise, data theft, and service disruption due to arbitrary code execution via uploaded files.
Q2Root Cause? (CWE/Flaw)
π‘οΈ **Root Cause**: **CWE-434** (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type). π **Flaw**: The endpoint `/config/espanol/update_password.jsp` fails to validate uploaded files, allowing malicious scripts.
Q3Who is affected? (Versions/Components)
π’ **Vendor**: Cegid. π¦ **Product**: Meta4 HR. π **Affected Versions**: **819.001.022** and all earlier versions. β οΈ Any instance running this version is at risk.
Q4What can hackers do? (Privileges/Data)
π» **Privileges**: Attackers gain **High** impact on Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. π **Data**: Can execute arbitrary code, potentially stealing sensitive HR data or taking over the server.
Q5Is exploitation threshold high? (Auth/Config)
π **Auth**: **PR:N** (No Privileges Required). π **Access**: **AV:N** (Network Accessible). π« **UI**: **UI:N** (No User Interaction).β¦
π« **Public Exp?**: No PoCs or public exploits listed in the data. π΅οΈ **Status**: Theoretical risk. Hackers must craft specific payloads targeting the JSP endpoint manually.
Q7How to self-check? (Features/Scanning)
π **Self-Check**: Scan for the specific path `/config/espanol/update_password.jsp`. π οΈ **Tooling**: Use web scanners to test for file upload vulnerabilities on JSP endpoints.β¦
π§ **Fix**: Upgrade Meta4 HR to a version **newer than 819.001.022**. π₯ **Action**: Contact Cegid support for the latest patch. π **Update**: Ensure all components are updated to the latest stable release.
Q9What if no patch? (Workaround)
π§ **Workaround**: Block external access to `/config/espanol/` via WAF or firewall rules. π« **Restrict**: Disable file upload capabilities on this specific JSP page if possible.β¦
π₯ **Urgency**: **HIGH**. π **CVSS**: High severity (C:H, I:H, A:H). β³ **Priority**: Patch immediately. Even with High AC, the lack of authentication makes it a critical target for automated scanning tools.