CVE-2024-44623

An issue in TuomoKu SPx-GC v.1.3.0 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the child_process.js function

High · published September 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
7.3
EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A crafty remote attacker can execute arbitrary code with just a single call in TuomoKu SPx-GC v1.3.0 or earlier! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a fast-food restaurant where anyone can place an order without checking if they have the right recipe — they could request whatever wild dish they want, and the kitchen would have to cook it up without a second thought! An attacker could leverage this flaw to run malicious code on the server, potentially gaining control over critical systems and accessing sensitive data. This could lead to devastating consequences, including data breaches, service disruptions, or even complete system takeovers!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a fast-food restaurant where anyone can place an order without checking if they have the right recipe — they could request whatever wild dish they want, and the kitchen would have to cook it up without a second thought! This vulnerability arises because the child_process.js function does not properly validate input, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands within the server's environment.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this flaw to run malicious code on the server, potentially gaining control over critical systems and accessing sensitive data. This could lead to devastating consequences, including data breaches, service disruptions, or even complete system takeovers! Update to TuomoKu SPx-GC v1.3.1 or later immediately to close this loophole. Ensure to review your code for any instances where untrusted input may be passed to child processes, and consider implementing stricter input validation. 🔒 You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll protect your systems from potential threats and level up your security game! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.3 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01160 · 66.9th percentile
Published
2024-09-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 SEP 00:00Z
    An issue in TuomoKu SPx-GC v.1.3.0 and before allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the child_process.js function
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