CVE-2018-20526
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitRoxy Fileman 1.4.5 allows unrestricted file upload in upload.php.
Published Mar 21, 2019 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2018-20526 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3) affecting Roxy Fileman (Roxyfileman).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since May 27, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3
9.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
73%
Higher than 99.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Roxy Fileman 1.4.5 allows unrestricted file upload in upload.php.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | May 27, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Roxy FilemanRoxyfileman | 1.4.5 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 21, 2019
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
May 27, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
Roxy Fileman 1.4.5 allows unrestricted file upload in upload.php.
Affected: Roxy Fileman (Roxyfileman) versions 1.4.5. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since May 27, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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