SuiteCRM Workflow Controller Path Traversal Leads to RCE

SuiteCRM is an open-source, enterprise-ready CRM application. Prior to versions 7.15.2 and 8.10.2, it contains a path traversal vulnerability in its workflow controller.

The affected flow begins at modules/AOW_WorkFlow/controller.php and uses a path-traversal-capable aow_action value in require_once() without constraining the resolved file, carrying attacker-controlled data or authorization state into the security-sensitive operation.

• An authenticated user with the WorkFlow role can include executable PHP.
• This can lead to server-side code execution, access to CRM data and configuration secrets, and persistent access.
• The issue is fixed in versions 7.15.2 and 8.10.2.