CVE-2020-15423CWE-78

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of CentOS Web Panel cwp-e17.0.9.8.923

Critical · published July 28, 2020

CVSS v3.0
9.8
EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A remote attacker can run arbitrary code on CentOS Web Panel installations, no authentication required — think of it as handing out the keys to the kingdom without checking who’s at the door! 🔥 This flaw is like an unmonitored access point in a restaurant kitchen, where anyone can walk in and start cooking up a storm without anyone asking for credentials. Just one wrong move could lead to total chaos! Once exploited, an attacker can execute code in the context of root, which means they could manipulate the system, steal sensitive data, or even take complete control of the server. The consequences are absolutely devastating for anyone relying on this setup!

Put simply

This flaw is like an unmonitored access point in a restaurant kitchen, where anyone can walk in and start cooking up a storm without anyone asking for credentials. Just one wrong move could lead to total chaos! The vulnerability in ajax_mod_security.php fails to validate user-supplied input from the dominio parameter, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary system calls on affected versions of CentOS Web Panel (cwp-e17.0.9.8.923).

What to do

Once exploited, an attacker can execute code in the context of root, which means they could manipulate the system, steal sensitive data, or even take complete control of the server. The consequences are absolutely devastating for anyone relying on this setup! It's crucial to patch this vulnerability immediately to the latest version and ensure that proper input validation is implemented. Regularly review your server settings to guard against similar threats in the future. Don't forget to monitor for any unauthorized access! You've got this! By taking these steps, you can secure your system and earn your security hero badge! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.08083 · 94.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2020-07-28T17:01Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 JUL 17:01Z
    This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of CentOS Web Panel cwp-e17.0.9.8.923
    cvelistv5