CVE-2019-6823CWE-94

A CWE-94: Code Injection vulnerability exists in ProClima (all versions prior to version 8.0.0) which could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to…

published July 15, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky code injection vulnerability lurks in ProClima versions prior to 8.0.0! An unauthenticated attacker could take control, like a mischievous hacker slipping a note into a package just before it ships! 🔥 Think of ProClima like a shipment of fine wine. If the delivery person can add their own labels without scrutiny, they could swap your vintage with something far less desirable. That’s how this vulnerability lets attackers inject their own malicious code! If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the targeted system, possibly leading to data breaches or complete system takeover. This could result in an absolute nightmare for your operations, as sensitive data could be stolen or corrupted, and your system could be manipulated without your knowledge!

Put simply

Think of ProClima like a shipment of fine wine. If the delivery person can add their own labels without scrutiny, they could swap your vintage with something far less desirable. That’s how this vulnerability lets attackers inject their own malicious code! This vulnerability involves a code injection flaw in ProClima, allowing attackers to send crafted code that the system executes as if it were legitimate. It occurs because the application fails to properly sanitize user input, enabling unauthorized command execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the targeted system, possibly leading to data breaches or complete system takeover. This could result in an absolute nightmare for your operations, as sensitive data could be stolen or corrupted, and your system could be manipulated without your knowledge! To safeguard your system, upgrade to ProClima version 8.0.0 or beyond immediately. Additionally, review your application’s input validation procedures to prevent unauthorized code from being executed. Regular audits can also help identify potential vulnerabilities ahead of time! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be on your way to locking down your system in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04953 · 92.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2019-07-15T20:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JUL 20:41Z
    A CWE-94: Code Injection vulnerability exists in ProClima (all versions prior to version 8.0.0) which could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to…
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