CVE-2022-37425

The FILES directive inside a VM template allows execution of uploaded files when the template is instantiated, resulting in a Remote Code Execution (RCE) attack.

Critical · published October 28, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty command injection vulnerability in OpenNebula could be your worst nightmare, allowing remote code inclusion without a hitch! This is like a waiter taking an order without checking if the customer is actually sitting at the right table—if they get it wrong, anyone could end up with a dinner they didn’t order! An attacker could potentially execute any code they want on your server, leading to an absolute takeover of your system. Imagine someone walking into your home and rearranging all your belongings or, worse, taking everything without you knowing! This vulnerability could expose sensitive data, disrupt services, or even destroy critical infrastructure.

Put simply

This is like a waiter taking an order without checking if the customer is actually sitting at the right table—if they get it wrong, anyone could end up with a dinner they didn’t order! CVE-2022-37425 is a command injection vulnerability in the core of OpenNebula on Linux, allowing attackers to manipulate commands executed by the system due to improper handling of special elements.

What to do

An attacker could potentially execute any code they want on your server, leading to an absolute takeover of your system. Imagine someone walking into your home and rearranging all your belongings or, worse, taking everything without you knowing! This vulnerability could expose sensitive data, disrupt services, or even destroy critical infrastructure. To protect your system, update OpenNebula to the latest version immediately. Ensure you sanitize and validate all inputs to prevent command injections. Regularly audit your system for potential vulnerabilities and apply security patches as soon as they are available. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way to securing your system like a true hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.9 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01599 · 75.6th percentile
Published
2022-10-28T15:09Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 OCT 15:09Z
    The FILES directive inside a VM template allows execution of uploaded files when the template is instantiated, resulting in a Remote Code Execution (RCE) attack.
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