CVE-2018-1000042

Security Onion Solutions Squert version 1.3.0 through 1.6.7 contains a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command (OS Command…

published February 9, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty web request could let an attacker execute OS commands right on your server! This vulnerability in Security Onion Solutions Squert versions 1.3.0 to 1.6.7 is a sneaky one! 🔍 Think of it like a restaurant that accepts orders without checking for allergens — a hungry customer could easily slip in something dangerous without raising any alarms. In this case, a malicious payload in the request can trigger commands on your operating system. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run arbitrary commands on your system, potentially leading to data breaches or complete system compromise. It's like leaving the back door wide open for unwanted guests at your party!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accepts orders without checking for allergens — a hungry customer could easily slip in something dangerous without raising any alarms. In this case, a malicious payload in the request can trigger commands on your operating system. The vulnerability is rooted in improper handling of input within the .inc/callback.php file, specifically during the autocat() function. An attacker can manipulate the data or obj parameters to inject OS commands.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to run arbitrary commands on your system, potentially leading to data breaches or complete system compromise. It's like leaving the back door wide open for unwanted guests at your party! To protect your system, upgrade Security Onion Solutions Squert to version 1.7.0 immediately. Additionally, review your input validation processes to ensure they properly neutralize any special elements that could be exploited. You've got this! By following these steps, you'll keep your system secure and your data safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03919 · 90.3th percentile
Published
2018-02-09T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 FEB 23:00Z
    Security Onion Solutions Squert version 1.3.0 through 1.6.7 contains a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command (OS Command…
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