CVE-2020-15433CWE-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 sneaky flaw in CentOS Web Panel lets attackers execute arbitrary code without breaking a sweat! 🚨 Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can stroll in and order off the menu, but instead, they’re heading straight to the kitchen and cooking whatever they want! 🍳 With this vulnerability, a remote attacker can manipulate the system to run any code they desire, effectively giving them root access. This could lead to complete control over your server, allowing them to steal sensitive data, deploy malware, or even shut down services. It's an absolute nightmare scenario for any system administrator!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can stroll in and order off the menu, but instead, they’re heading straight to the kitchen and cooking whatever they want! 🍳 The vulnerability exists in ajax_php_pecl.php due to improper validation of the user-supplied 'phpversion' parameter before executing system calls. This oversight allows attackers to send crafted input that the server will unwittingly execute.

What to do

With this vulnerability, a remote attacker can manipulate the system to run any code they desire, effectively giving them root access. This could lead to complete control over your server, allowing them to steal sensitive data, deploy malware, or even shut down services. It's an absolute nightmare scenario for any system administrator! Immediately update CentOS Web Panel to version e17.0.9.8.924 to patch this vulnerability. Additionally, review server configurations and implement strict input validation measures to prevent such exploits in the future. Consider disabling unnecessary services to minimize exposure. You’ve got this! Take action now to secure your system, and you’ll be a security hero in no time! 🛡️

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
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