CVE-2020-11518

Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before 5815 allows unauthenticated remote code execution

published April 4, 2020

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
19%
Percentile
97.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before version 5815 is like leaving the front door wide open for any intruder! πŸ”₯ Think of it as an unattended hotel where anyone can walk in without checking in at the front desk. They could access any room without anyone asking who they are, posing a serious security breach. An attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to full system compromise. This means they could read sensitive data, install malicious software, or even take control of your entire system β€” absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as an unattended hotel where anyone can walk in without checking in at the front desk. They could access any room without anyone asking who they are, posing a serious security breach. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit ADSelfService Plus by sending specially crafted requests, bypassing authentication altogether. Simply put, it’s an open invitation for malicious activity.

What to do

An attacker could potentially execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to full system compromise. This means they could read sensitive data, install malicious software, or even take control of your entire system β€” absolutely devastating! To protect your environment, immediately upgrade to version 5815 or later. Additionally, review your security configurations and implement strict access controls to limit exposure. Regular audits are also a good practice! You've got this! With the right steps, you can secure your system and keep it safe from harm. πŸ›‘οΈ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.19233 Β· 97.3th percentile
Published
2020-04-04T13:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 APR 13:25Z
    Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus before 5815 allows unauthenticated remote code execution
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