CVE-2023-5227: Thorsten/phpmyfaq PhpMyFAQ Allows Unrestricted File Types Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-qcjg-hvg6-hxcp
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CVSS 6.5
CWE-434
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2023-5227 is a MODERATE (CVSS 6.5) phpmyfaq allows unrestricted file types vulnerability (CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type) affecting Thorsten/phpmyfaq libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves phpmyfaq allows unrestricted file types in image field. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 3.1.18.

CVE-2023-5227 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2023-5227
GHSA Identifier GHSA-qcjg-hvg6-hxcp
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 6.5
CWE Classification CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Affected Product Thorsten/phpmyfaq
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 6.5

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required Low (PR:L)
User Interaction Required (UI:R)
Scope Changed (S:C)
Confidentiality Low (C:L)
Integrity Low (I:L)
Availability Low (A:L)

How to Fix CVE-2023-5227

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Thorsten/phpmyfaq dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

thorsten/phpmyfaq fixed: 3.1.18 
Upgrade thorsten/phpmyfaq to 3.1.18
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for thorsten/phpmyfaq

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2023-5227, inspect your project dependencies for Thorsten/phpmyfaq:

inspect dependencies for thorsten/phpmyfaq

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Thorsten/phpmyfaq in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 3.1.18), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type, where the product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment. In Thorsten/phpmyfaq, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in GitHub repository thorsten/phpmyfaq prior to 3.1.18.

CVE-2023-5227 Affected Thorsten/phpmyfaq Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
3.1.18
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
thorsten/phpmyfaq
 Packagist
< 3.1.18
3.1.18

References

NVD — CVE-2023-5227 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-5227
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/thorsten/phpmyfaq/commit/abf52487422ce47195c8a80bd904a7af39f60297
Thorsten/phpmyfaq Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/thorsten/phpmyfaq
huntr.dev/bounties/a335c013-d... WEB
https://huntr.dev/bounties/a335c013-db75-4120-872c-42059c7100e8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-5227?
CVE-2023-5227 is a security vulnerability in Thorsten/phpmyfaq involving phpMyFAQ allows unrestricted file types in image field under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type.
Which Thorsten/phpmyfaq versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 3.1.18 across affected packages: thorsten/phpmyfaq.
What version fixes CVE-2023-5227?
Upgrading to 3.1.18 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is thorsten/phpmyfaq affected?
Yes, thorsten/phpmyfaq is affected in releases prior to 3.1.18. Upgrade your dependency to 3.1.18 or later.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-5227?
CVE-2023-5227 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2023-5227?
CVE-2023-5227 is classified under CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type (The product allows the upload or transfer of dangerous file types that are automatically processed within its environment.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2023-5227?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for thorsten/phpmyfaq'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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