CVE-2020-7868CWE-141

Helpu remote code execution vulnerability

Critical · published June 29, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.6
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A missed validation in the ShellExecutionExA function could allow attackers to run any command they want on your system! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef takes orders without checking the menu — anyone could ask for a dish that doesn't exist, and the chef would just whip it up! With this vulnerability, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, leading to complete control over the system. Imagine them stealing data, installing malware, or causing total chaos — it's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef takes orders without checking the menu — anyone could ask for a dish that doesn't exist, and the chef would just whip it up! This remote code execution vulnerability in helpUS occurs due to improper validation of parameters in the ShellExecutionExA function during the login process, allowing unauthorized actions to be performed by attackers.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could execute arbitrary code, leading to complete control over the system. Imagine them stealing data, installing malware, or causing total chaos — it's absolutely devastating! To safeguard your systems, patch helpUS to the latest version where this issue is fixed. Additionally, review your security policies and ensure proper input validation is implemented throughout your applications. You've got this! Follow the steps, and you'll be one step closer to securing your systems. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.6 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02702 · 85.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-141 · Improper Neutralization of Parameter/Argument Delimiters
Published
2021-06-29T13:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUN 13:39Z
    Helpu remote code execution vulnerability
    cvelistv5