Platform
php
Component
elijaa/phpmemcachedadmin
Fixed in
1.3.1
CVE-2023-6026 is a critical Path Traversal vulnerability affecting PHPMemcachedAdmin versions 1.3.0. This flaw allows attackers to delete files on the server, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The vulnerability stems from a lack of proper input validation. Affected users should immediately upgrade to version 1.3.1 to address this security risk.
The impact of CVE-2023-6026 is severe. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability can leverage the Path Traversal flaw to delete arbitrary files on the server. This includes critical system files, configuration files, and application code. Successful exploitation could lead to a complete denial of service, data loss, and potentially even remote code execution if the attacker can replace deleted files with malicious code. The blast radius extends to any data stored on the server accessible to the PHPMemcachedAdmin instance. This vulnerability shares similarities with other Path Traversal exploits where insufficient input sanitization allows attackers to navigate outside of intended directories.
CVE-2023-6026 was publicly disclosed on 2023-11-30. While no active exploitation campaigns have been definitively confirmed, the vulnerability's critical severity and ease of exploitation make it a likely target. The vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA KEV catalog. Public proof-of-concept (PoC) code is likely to emerge given the vulnerability's nature and public disclosure.
Exploit Status
EPSS
1.09% (78% percentile)
CVSS Vector
The primary mitigation for CVE-2023-6026 is to upgrade PHPMemcachedAdmin to version 1.3.1 or later, which contains the fix. If an immediate upgrade is not possible due to compatibility issues or downtime constraints, consider implementing temporary workarounds. These may include restricting access to the PHPMemcachedAdmin interface through a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or proxy server, configuring strict access control lists (ACLs) to limit file deletion permissions, and closely monitoring server logs for suspicious activity. After upgrading, verify the fix by attempting to access files outside of the intended directory through the PHPMemcachedAdmin interface; access should be denied.
Update PHPMemcachedAdmin to a patched version or uninstall the component. Check the release notes or project repository for a fixed version. Ensure you validate and sanitize user inputs to prevent path traversal.
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CVE-2023-6026 is a critical vulnerability in PHPMemcachedAdmin versions 1.3.0 that allows attackers to delete files on the server due to insufficient input validation, potentially leading to system compromise.
If you are running PHPMemcachedAdmin version 1.3.0, you are affected by this vulnerability. Upgrade to version 1.3.1 or later to mitigate the risk.
The recommended fix is to upgrade PHPMemcachedAdmin to version 1.3.1 or later. If an upgrade is not immediately possible, implement temporary workarounds like WAF rules or restricted file permissions.
While no confirmed active exploitation campaigns are currently known, the vulnerability's severity and ease of exploitation suggest it is a likely target for attackers.
Refer to the project's repository or website for the official advisory and release notes regarding CVE-2023-6026.
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