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CVE-2021-42183: MasaCMS 7.2.1 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability in /index.cfm/_api/asset/image/.

MasaCMS 7.2.1 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability in /index.cfm/_api/asset/image/.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2021-42183 describes a path traversal flaw in MasaCMS 7.2.1 affecting the image asset API path. In plain terms, vulnerable file path handling may let an attacker reach files outside the intended image area. The sources do not provide CVSS scoring, confirmed impact details, or a vendor-named fixed version.

Executive priority

Prioritize assessment for any public-facing MasaCMS 7.2.1 site. Business urgency is meaningful because path traversal can expose sensitive files, but available sources do not prove active exploitation or provide severity scoring.

Technical view

The reported issue is path traversal in `/index.cfm/_api/asset/image/` in MasaCMS 7.2.1. The CVE references the MasaCMS repository, a specific `fileManager.cfc` location, and a CVE-specific GitHub repository. Available source metadata does not define affected CPEs, CWE, CVSS, patch version, or exploit impact depth.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely where MasaCMS 7.2.1 is deployed and the affected image asset API route is reachable, especially on public-facing sites. The source bundle does not identify other versions or products as affected.

Exploitation context

CISA KEV status is false in the source bundle, and no cited source states active exploitation. A public CVE-specific GitHub reference exists, but the provided bundle does not establish real-world exploitation or exploit reliability.

Researcher notes

Evidence is thin: the CVE record names the endpoint and version, but lacks CVSS, CWE, CPEs, impact detail, and fix metadata. Avoid expanding affected scope beyond MasaCMS 7.2.1 unless additional vendor evidence is obtained.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory systems running MasaCMS and identify any 7.2.1 deployments.
  • Check official MasaCMS guidance and releases for a corrected version.
  • Restrict external access to the affected asset image API where operationally feasible.
  • Review web server controls for path traversal filtering and file access limits.
  • Monitor application logs for suspicious requests to the affected endpoint.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm whether the application is MasaCMS version 7.2.1.
  • Determine whether `/index.cfm/_api/asset/image/` is internet-accessible.
  • Review vendor repository history around the referenced `fileManager.cfc` code location.
  • Check logs for unusual requests targeting the image asset API.
  • Verify remediation against vendor guidance once a fix is identified.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
5

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Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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