CVE-2013-10032: An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability exists in GetSimpleCMS version 3.2.1

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HIGH 8.8DOWNGRADE

CVE-2013-10032 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting getsimplecms. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability exists in GetSimpleCMS version 3.2.1. The application’s upload.php endpoint allows authenticated users to upload arbitrary files without proper validation of MIME types or extensions. By uploading a .pht file containing PHP code, an attacker can bypass blacklist-based restrictions and place executable code within the web root. A crafted request using a polyglot or disguised extension allows the

Why this priority

High severity
EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited
Public exploit reference

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	4.3% (top 9%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-306, CWE-434
Published	2025-07-25
Last modified	2026-06-16

Publisher (CNA): VulnCheck · Vendor: get-simple

Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2025-07-25 16:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-16 23:50 UTCUpdated Record last modified

get-simple getsimplecms DOWNGRADE

Affected: 3.2.1

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 3.2.1

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy getsimplecms || rpm -q getsimplecms || getsimplecms --version

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 3.2.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison getsimplecms sudo apt install getsimplecms=<VERSION_BEFORE_3.2.1> sudo apt-mark hold getsimplecms

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list getsimplecms sudo dnf downgrade getsimplecms-<VERSION_BEFORE_3.2.1> sudo dnf versionlock add getsimplecms

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Public exploits and detection

Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.

Metasploit: GetSimpleCMS PHP File Upload Vulnerability

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2013-10032?

getsimplecms: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2013-10032 being exploited?

CVE-2013-10032 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2013-10032 affect?

CVE-2013-10032 affects getsimplecms. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability exists in GetSimpleCMS version 3.2.1. The application’s upload.php endpoint allows authenticated users to upload arbitrary files without proper validation of MIME types or extensions. By

How urgent is CVE-2013-10032?

Priority 59/100. High severity; EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference

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References

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