CVE-2026-5181 Details
Description
A vulnerability has been found in SourceCodester Simple Doctors Appointment System up to 1.0. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /doctors_appointment/admin/ajax.php?action=save_category. Such manipulation of the argument img leads to unrestricted upload. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
A critical unrestricted file upload vulnerability has been identified in SourceCodester Simple Doctors Appointment System versions through 1.0. The issue arises in the file '/doctors_appointment/admin/ajax.php?action=save_category', where the 'img' argument can be manipulated to upload dangerous file types that may be processed within the application's environment. This vulnerability could lead to remote code execution.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Mar 31, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 31, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/dyh1213-wq/cve/issues/5 | [email protected] | ExploitTechnical Description |
| https://vuldb.com/submit/780375 | [email protected] | Technical Description |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/354249 | [email protected] | AdvisoryExploitPartial Content |
| https://vuldb.com/vuln/354249/cti | [email protected] | Content Wall |
| https://www.sourcecodester.com/ | [email protected] | Vendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-284 | Improper Access Control | [email protected] |
| CWE-434 | Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| SourceCodester Simple Doctors Appointment System | All versions |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Data Remediation | [email protected] |
| Mar 31, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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