CVE-2023-38942

Dango-Translator v4.5.5 was discovered to contain a remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability via the component app/config/cloud_config.json

published August 3, 2023

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky vulnerability in Dango-Translator could let attackers execute commands without lifting a finger! Think of it like leaving your front door unlocked, allowing anyone to walk in and rearrange the furniture without you knowing. That's what this RCE vulnerability does via the app/config/cloud_config.json file β€” it opens the door for malicious commands to be run on your server without authorization! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on your server, potentially leading to data breaches or complete system compromise. It’s like giving someone the keys to your entire house β€” absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving your front door unlocked, allowing anyone to walk in and rearrange the furniture without you knowing. That's what this RCE vulnerability does via the app/config/cloud_config.json file β€” it opens the door for malicious commands to be run on your server without authorization! This remote command execution vulnerability arises from improper handling of the cloud_config.json file in Dango-Translator v4.5.5, enabling attackers to run commands on the server as if they were a legitimate user.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on your server, potentially leading to data breaches or complete system compromise. It’s like giving someone the keys to your entire house β€” absolutely devastating! To mitigate this risk, upgrade Dango-Translator to the latest version immediately. Additionally, review your configuration files to ensure they do not contain sensitive information and restrict access to trusted users only. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses and keep your environment secure. πŸ›‘οΈ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01979 Β· 80.4th percentile
Published
2023-08-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 AUG 00:00Z
    Dango-Translator v4.5.5 was discovered to contain a remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability via the component app/config/cloud_config.json
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