CVE-2018-12972

An issue was discovered in OpenTSDB 2.3.0

published June 29, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
82.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Watch out! The way OpenTSDB processes parameters in the /q URI could let attackers execute arbitrary commands — it's like a fancy restaurant that serves a secret menu to anyone who asks! 🍽️ Think of it as a restaurant where the chef will whip up any dish you request, but without checking if you have the right booking. If someone sneaks in and requests something wild, they might just get it! An attacker could potentially manipulate the parameters to execute unauthorized commands, leading to unauthorized access or even data manipulation. It's a sneaky opening for mischief that could disrupt operations if exploited.

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the chef will whip up any dish you request, but without checking if you have the right booking. If someone sneaks in and requests something wild, they might just get it! In OpenTSDB version 2.3.0, certain parameters to the /q URI are vulnerable to command execution through JSON input, allowing attackers to craft requests that can alter the server's behavior.

What to do

An attacker could potentially manipulate the parameters to execute unauthorized commands, leading to unauthorized access or even data manipulation. It's a sneaky opening for mischief that could disrupt operations if exploited. Upgrade OpenTSDB to the latest version immediately to ensure you're protected from this vulnerability. Additionally, review your configurations to restrict who can access the /q URI and what parameters they can use. This proactive approach will help safeguard your system! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll keep your servers secure and maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02246 · 82.6th percentile
Published
2018-06-29T05:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUN 05:00Z
    An issue was discovered in OpenTSDB 2.3.0
    cvelistv5