CVE-2021-45461

FreePBX, when restapps (aka Rest Phone Apps) 15.0.19.87, 15.0.19.88, 16.0.18.40, or 16.0.18.41 is installed, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code…

published December 22, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single misstep in FreePBX's Rest Phone Apps could let attackers run wild with arbitrary code! Think of it like a restaurant where patrons can cook in the kitchen if they find an unlocked door — one sneaky guest could wreak havoc if nobody's paying attention! If exploited, a remote attacker could take full control of your system, potentially accessing sensitive information, disrupting services, or even manipulating configurations. This could lead to a cascade of issues, impacting your phone systems and possibly your entire communication network!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where patrons can cook in the kitchen if they find an unlocked door — one sneaky guest could wreak havoc if nobody's paying attention! Versions 15.0.19.87, 15.0.19.88, 16.0.18.40, and 16.0.18.41 of FreePBX's Rest Phone Apps allow for arbitrary code execution by exploiting a vulnerability that doesn't require authentication, making it alarmingly easy for bad actors to infiltrate.

What to do

If exploited, a remote attacker could take full control of your system, potentially accessing sensitive information, disrupting services, or even manipulating configurations. This could lead to a cascade of issues, impacting your phone systems and possibly your entire communication network! Upgrade to versions 15.0.20 or 16.0.19 immediately to patch this vulnerability. Regularly audit your systems and configurations to ensure no unauthorized access has occurred. Don't forget to monitor systems for any suspicious activity! You've got this! With these steps, you'll turn your system into a fortress. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21492 · 97.6th percentile
Published
2021-12-22T18:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 DEC 18:25Z
    FreePBX, when restapps (aka Rest Phone Apps) 15.0.19.87, 15.0.19.88, 16.0.18.40, or 16.0.18.41 is installed, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code…
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