CVE-2024-22116CWE-94

Remote code execution within ping script

Critical · published August 9, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An administrator with limited permissions could execute arbitrary code through a script – yikes! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter has access to the kitchen but no one checks the orders before they’re handed out. With a simple request, they could sneak in a recipe for disaster instead of your desired dish! This vulnerability could allow attackers to run malicious code, potentially compromising your entire infrastructure. Imagine a rogue waiter turning your kitchen into a chaotic mess, where anything goes and your customers' safety is at stake. This kind of exploit can lead to devastating consequences, including data breaches and service outages.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter has access to the kitchen but no one checks the orders before they’re handed out. With a simple request, they could sneak in a recipe for disaster instead of your desired dish! CVE-2024-22116 arises from a lack of default escaping for script parameters in the Monitoring Hosts section. An administrator with restricted permissions can exploit the Ping script functionality to execute arbitrary code, putting sensitive infrastructure at risk.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow attackers to run malicious code, potentially compromising your entire infrastructure. Imagine a rogue waiter turning your kitchen into a chaotic mess, where anything goes and your customers' safety is at stake. This kind of exploit can lead to devastating consequences, including data breaches and service outages. To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately review and patch the system to ensure proper escaping for script parameters. Limit administrative permissions, and consider implementing additional controls on script execution to prevent unauthorized access. Regular audits and monitoring can also help catch suspicious activities early. You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your system and keep your infrastructure safe. 🛡️

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
0.01589 · 75.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2024-08-09T10:16Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 AUG 10:16Z
    Remote code execution within ping script
    cvelistv5