CVE-2023-37679

A remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability in NextGen Mirth Connect v4.3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the hosting server

published August 3, 2023

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
99%
Percentile
99.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single command can open the floodgates! This remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability in NextGen Mirth Connect v4.3.0 lets attackers run arbitrary commands on the hosting server—yikes! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery service that doesn’t check what’s in the packages. If an unauthorized person can send a package with a hidden explosive, they can cause serious damage without anyone ever realizing it. An attacker could potentially seize control of the server, leading to unauthorized data access, alteration, or even complete destruction of information. That could put your entire system at risk, and the repercussions could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that doesn’t check what’s in the packages. If an unauthorized person can send a package with a hidden explosive, they can cause serious damage without anyone ever realizing it. This RCE vulnerability allows malicious users to execute arbitrary commands on the server running NextGen Mirth Connect v4.3.0, effectively bypassing any security measures in place. The exploit hinges on improperly validated inputs that permit harmful commands to be executed remotely.

What to do

An attacker could potentially seize control of the server, leading to unauthorized data access, alteration, or even complete destruction of information. That could put your entire system at risk, and the repercussions could be absolutely devastating! To protect your system, patch immediately to the latest version of NextGen Mirth Connect. Ensure all unnecessary command execution features are disabled, and conduct a thorough security audit of the server. You've got this! With a little diligence, you can lock this down and strengthen your defenses! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.99434 · 99.9th percentile
Published
2023-08-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 AUG 00:00Z
    A remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability in NextGen Mirth Connect v4.3.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the hosting server
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