CVE-2016-2297

Meteocontrol WEB'log Basic 100, Light, Pro, and Pro Unlimited allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via an "access command shell-like feature."

published May 14, 2016

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky command shell feature could expose your systems! This vulnerability in Meteocontrol WEB'log allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, like a magician pulling tricks from a hat! 🪄 Think of it like a restaurant with a hidden back door that lets anyone walk right into the kitchen and start cooking whatever they want, without any checks or balances. That’s exactly what this command shell feature could allow for your server! An attacker could potentially gain full control of the system, executing any commands they desire. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system compromise! Imagine a chef baking a cake with no recipe—chaos could ensue!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a hidden back door that lets anyone walk right into the kitchen and start cooking whatever they want, without any checks or balances. That’s exactly what this command shell feature could allow for your server! CVE-2016-2297 enables remote attackers to leverage a command shell-like feature in Meteocontrol WEB'log systems, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands without proper authentication or authorization checks.

What to do

An attacker could potentially gain full control of the system, executing any commands they desire. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system compromise! Imagine a chef baking a cake with no recipe—chaos could ensue! To mitigate this risk, disable the command shell feature if it’s not necessary for your operations and review access controls. Ensure that all components are updated to the latest version to close any potential vulnerabilities. You've got this! By taking these steps, you’re on your way to being a security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04265 · 91.0th percentile
Published
2016-05-14T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 MAY 16:00Z
    Meteocontrol WEB'log Basic 100, Light, Pro, and Pro Unlimited allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via an "access command shell-like feature."
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