CVE-2018-16461CWE-77

A command injection vulnerability in libnmapp package for versions <0.4.16 allows arbitrary commands to be executed via arguments to the range options

published October 30, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unguarded command injection could let an attacker run rogue commands! It’s like giving someone a blank check and trusting them to only write in a few cents. 💥 Think of the libnmapp package as a restaurant kitchen where the chef can take any order — but without a strict menu, a mischievous diner could ask for something outrageous! If the kitchen simply follows the diner’s whims, anything could end up on the menu, potentially leading to a disaster. In this scenario, an attacker could exploit the flaw to execute arbitrary commands, which might allow them to manipulate the system! Who knows what kind of chaos could unfold – from stealing sensitive information to causing drastic system failures? ⚠️

Put simply

Think of the libnmapp package as a restaurant kitchen where the chef can take any order — but without a strict menu, a mischievous diner could ask for something outrageous! If the kitchen simply follows the diner’s whims, anything could end up on the menu, potentially leading to a disaster. This command injection vulnerability in the libnmapp package (versions <0.4.16) enables attackers to pass malicious arguments that can result in unintended command execution, taking advantage of insufficient input validation.

What to do

In this scenario, an attacker could exploit the flaw to execute arbitrary commands, which might allow them to manipulate the system! Who knows what kind of chaos could unfold – from stealing sensitive information to causing drastic system failures? ⚠️ To safeguard your system, update the libnmapp package to version 0.4.16 or later, which eliminates this vulnerability. It’s also wise to audit any user inputs to ensure proper validation and sanitization going forward. 🛡️ Rest assured, you’ve got this! By taking these steps, you’ll reinforce your defenses and keep your systems safe! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03854 · 90.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-77 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
Published
2018-10-30T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 OCT 21:00Z
    A command injection vulnerability in libnmapp package for versions <0.4.16 allows arbitrary commands to be executed via arguments to the range options
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