CVE-2019-10786

network-manager through 1.0.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "execSync()" argument

published February 4, 2020

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky command execution flaw in Network Manager could let attackers run arbitrary commands! This could be your wake-up call! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and start cooking without permission โ€” chaos could ensue if they decided to whip up something unexpected! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially take control of the system, running any command they desire. This might lead to data breaches or even full system compromise, which would be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can walk into the kitchen and start cooking without permission โ€” chaos could ensue if they decided to whip up something unexpected! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ CVE-2019-10786 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands through the 'execSync()' argument, meaning that if they can send crafted arguments, they can run virtually any command on the host running Network Manager.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially take control of the system, running any command they desire. This might lead to data breaches or even full system compromise, which would be absolutely devastating! To protect against this, ensure you upgrade Network Manager to the latest version where this vulnerability is patched. Regularly audit your network configurations and monitor for any unusual activities! You've got this! With the right updates and vigilance, you'll keep your systems secure. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02101 ยท 81.6th percentile
Published
2020-02-04T20:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 FEB 20:19Z
    network-manager through 1.0.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the "execSync()" argument
    cvelistv5