CVE-2024-42902 is a critical arbitrary code execution vulnerability affecting LimeSurvey v6.6.2 and earlier versions. Attackers can exploit a flaw in the js_localize.php function by injecting a malicious payload into the "lng" parameter. This vulnerability carries a high CVSS score of 8.8, indicating a severe risk with low attack complexity and the potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploits or active exploitation have been observed, and community discussion is minimal, the high severity warrants immediate patching.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 6.6.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:limesurvey:limesurvey:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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