CVE-2018-16167

LogonTracer 1.2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via unspecified vectors

published January 9, 2019

Patch now

High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
75%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A remote attacker could execute any OS command they want! This means your system could be manipulated without you even knowing.🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter accepts any order without checking if the kitchen can actually make it. A rogue diner could request something outrageous, and the kitchen would have to comply! An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could send arbitrary commands to the operating system, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total system takeover. It’s like giving someone the keys to your entire kitchen without realizing it!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter accepts any order without checking if the kitchen can actually make it. A rogue diner could request something outrageous, and the kitchen would have to comply! LogonTracer versions 1.2.0 and earlier are vulnerable because they allow remote command execution through unspecified vectors, meaning attackers can manipulate the system without needing to authenticate.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could send arbitrary commands to the operating system, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or even total system takeover. It’s like giving someone the keys to your entire kitchen without realizing it! To safeguard your systems, upgrade LogonTracer to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Also, review your security policies to ensure strict command execution controls are in place to prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! With the right steps, you can keep your systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.74916 · 99.5th percentile
Published
2019-01-09T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 03:15Z
    EPSS moved 75% → 58%
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  • 06 SEP 03:11Z
    EPSS moved 75% → 57%
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  • 30 AUG 16:00Z
    EPSS moved 57% → 75%
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  • 29 AUG 04:34Z
    EPSS moved 75% → 57%
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  • 09 JAN 22:00Z
    LogonTracer 1.2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via unspecified vectors
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