CVE-2020-37002CWE-78

Ajenti 2.1.36 Authenticated Remote Code Execution

High · published January 29, 2026

CVSS v4.0
8.7
EPSS
1%
Percentile
54.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A remote command execution vulnerability hides in plain sight post-login! 🚨 With Ajenti 2.1.36, attackers can exploit the /api/terminal/create endpoint to fire off commands like they own the place! Think of it like a hotel where guests can slip through a side door and mess with the room service — once they're in, they can do just about anything. This sneaky endpoint allows attackers to take control after they've successfully checked in! An attacker could execute arbitrary commands on your server, opening the door to a treasure trove of sensitive data, altering configurations, or even deploying malicious software. It's like handing over the keys to your digital mansion, and once they’re inside, the damage could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel where guests can slip through a side door and mess with the room service — once they're in, they can do just about anything. This sneaky endpoint allows attackers to take control after they've successfully checked in! This vulnerability allows post-authenticated attackers to execute command injections using the Ajenti control panel's terminal endpoint. By sending a reverse shell payload, they can effectively take over the server's functionality remotely after logging in.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary commands on your server, opening the door to a treasure trove of sensitive data, altering configurations, or even deploying malicious software. It's like handing over the keys to your digital mansion, and once they’re inside, the damage could be absolutely devastating! Update Ajenti to the latest version as soon as possible to eliminate this vulnerability. Additionally, review your user access controls to ensure that only trusted users can log in, and consider disabling any unnecessary features that might expose you to further risks. You've got this! 🔒 Follow these steps, and you'll bolster your defenses against this sneaky vulnerability! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
8.7 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS
0.00743 · 54.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2026-01-29T14:28Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JAN 14:28Z
    Ajenti 2.1.36 Authenticated Remote Code Execution
    cvelistv5