CVE-2023-29412CWE-78

CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability exists that could cause remote code execution…

Critical · published April 18, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A critical OS Command Injection vulnerability lurks in the Java RMI interface, ready to unleash chaos if not addressed immediately! 🔥 Imagine if a sneaky delivery person could manipulate your mail service, sending packages to far-off places without your permission — that's what this vulnerability allows! The internal methods can be exploited without much effort, bypassing security checks like a rogue agent in a spy movie. An attacker could execute arbitrary commands on your system, which is absolutely devastating! They could manipulate your server, steal sensitive data, or even take complete control of your infrastructure, wreaking havoc in ways you never imagined. This is not just a little slip-up; this could lead to catastrophic consequences for your entire operation!

Put simply

Imagine if a sneaky delivery person could manipulate your mail service, sending packages to far-off places without your permission — that's what this vulnerability allows! The internal methods can be exploited without much effort, bypassing security checks like a rogue agent in a spy movie. This vulnerability occurs due to improper neutralization of special elements within the Java RMI interface, enabling OS command injection. By crafting specific requests, an attacker can execute commands remotely, compromising the entire system.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary commands on your system, which is absolutely devastating! They could manipulate your server, steal sensitive data, or even take complete control of your infrastructure, wreaking havoc in ways you never imagined. This is not just a little slip-up; this could lead to catastrophic consequences for your entire operation! To remediate this flaw, update your Java RMI interface to the latest version as soon as possible. Ensure proper input validation to neutralize any special elements that could be exploited. It's essential to audit your system logs and configurations to check for any unexpected behavior or commands. 🛡️ You've got this! With a swift patch and the right precautions, you can secure your system from this threat! 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01223 · 68.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2023-04-18T20:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 APR 20:50Z
    CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability exists that could cause remote code execution…
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