CVE-2025-2421CWE-94

Remote Code Execution in Profelis Informatics' SambaBox

Critical · published May 2, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
48.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky code injection vulnerability in Profelis Informatics SambaBox could let attackers run any code they want — and that’s just the start of the trouble! Think of it like a restaurant where the chef doesn't check the orders before cooking; an unscrupulous diner could ask for something outrageous, and they’d whip it up, no questions asked! An attacker could take control of the entire application, executing arbitrary commands and gaining access to sensitive data. This could lead to devastating breaches, data loss, or even a complete system takeover. The fallout could be catastrophic for the organization using this vulnerable version!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef doesn't check the orders before cooking; an unscrupulous diner could ask for something outrageous, and they’d whip it up, no questions asked! This code injection vulnerability allows unauthorized commands to be executed by manipulating input fields within SambaBox, which is particularly dangerous since it affects all versions prior to 5.1.

What to do

An attacker could take control of the entire application, executing arbitrary commands and gaining access to sensitive data. This could lead to devastating breaches, data loss, or even a complete system takeover. The fallout could be catastrophic for the organization using this vulnerable version! Immediately upgrade SambaBox to version 5.1 or later to close this glaring security hole. Implement strict input validation to prevent potential code injection. It’s also wise to audit your system for any unauthorized access or anomalies. You've got this! With a quick update and some best practices, you can secure your setup and keep the internet a safer place! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00604 · 48.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2025-05-02T11:27Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 MAY 11:27Z
    Remote Code Execution in Profelis Informatics' SambaBox
    cvelistv5