CVE-2023-30131

An issue discovered in IXP EasyInstall 6.6.14884.0 allows attackers to run arbitrary commands, gain escalated privilege, and cause other unspecified impacts…

published October 19, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky flaw in IXP EasyInstall lets attackers send arbitrary commands through unauthenticated API calls — like handing someone the keys to your office without checking their ID! Think of this vulnerability as a front desk at a hotel that issues room keys without verifying guests' identities. Anyone can waltz in and access any room, putting valuable belongings at risk. If exploited, an attacker could run arbitrary commands and escalate privileges, potentially gaining control over sensitive operations. This could lead to unauthorized access to critical data or even system compromises, making it a surprisingly sneaky threat.

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability as a front desk at a hotel that issues room keys without verifying guests' identities. Anyone can waltz in and access any room, putting valuable belongings at risk. This vulnerability allows for command execution via unauthenticated API calls in IXP EasyInstall version 6.6.14884.0, enabling attackers to perform actions without proper authorization.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run arbitrary commands and escalate privileges, potentially gaining control over sensitive operations. This could lead to unauthorized access to critical data or even system compromises, making it a surprisingly sneaky threat. To protect your systems, update to the latest version of IXP EasyInstall as soon as possible. Additionally, review your API security practices to ensure proper authentication and authorization measures are in place. You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll keep your systems safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00939 · 60.5th percentile
Published
2023-10-19T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 OCT 00:00Z
    An issue discovered in IXP EasyInstall 6.6.14884.0 allows attackers to run arbitrary commands, gain escalated privilege, and cause other unspecified impacts…
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