CVE-2012-10054
Umbraco CMS remote code execution
- Published13 Aug 2025
Description
Umbraco CMS versions prior to 4.7.1 are vulnerable to unauthenticated remote code execution via the codeEditorSave.asmx SOAP endpoint, which exposes a SaveDLRScript operation that permits arbitrary file uploads without authentication. By exploiting a path traversal flaw in the fileName parameter, attackers can write malicious ASPX scripts directly into the web-accessible /umbraco/ directory and execute them remotely.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
References
- https://github.com/umbraco/Umbraco-CMS
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/windows/http/umbraco_upload_aspx.rb
- https://web.archive.org/web/20111017174609/http://umbraco.codeplex.com/releases/view/73692
- https://web.archive.org/web/20120707033729/http://blog.gdssecurity.com/labs/2012/7/3/find-bugs-faster-with-a-webmatrix-local-reference-instance.html
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/19671
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/umbraco-cms-rce
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2012-10054 being actively exploited?
CVE-2012-10054 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 4.00%.
How severe is CVE-2012-10054?
CVE-2012-10054 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 4.00% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2012-10054?
Affected products include Umbraco CMS.
How do I fix CVE-2012-10054?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Umbraco CMS 4.7.1 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.