CVE-2016-6918

Lexmark Markvision Enterprise (MVE) before 2.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading files

Critical · published March 9, 2020

CVSS v3.0
10.0
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Just uploading a file is all it takes to unlock the gates! Lexmark Markvision Enterprise (MVE) before 2.4.1 has a critical flaw allowing remote attackers to execute commands on your system! 🔥 Think of it like a diner where anyone can place an order without checking credentials — they could request anything from the menu, leading to chaos in the kitchen! An attacker could waltz right in, remotely executing arbitrary commands, which means they could access sensitive data, alter configurations, or even bring your whole system crashing down. It's an absolute nightmare scenario for any organization that relies on this software!

Put simply

Think of it like a diner where anyone can place an order without checking credentials — they could request anything from the menu, leading to chaos in the kitchen! This vulnerability permits attackers to upload malicious files that the server executes, allowing them to bypass security and take control of the system.

What to do

An attacker could waltz right in, remotely executing arbitrary commands, which means they could access sensitive data, alter configurations, or even bring your whole system crashing down. It's an absolute nightmare scenario for any organization that relies on this software! Upgrade to version 2.4.1 or later immediately to patch this critical vulnerability. Additionally, review your file upload mechanisms to ensure proper validation and restrict executable file types. Implement strict access controls to further mitigate risks. You've got this! With these steps, you'll have your system secured in no time. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AC:L/AV:N/A:H/C:H/I:H/PR:N/S:C/UI:N
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01918 · 79.6th percentile
Published
2020-03-09T16:32Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 MAR 16:32Z
    Lexmark Markvision Enterprise (MVE) before 2.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by uploading files
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