CVE-2009-4372: Input Validation

Published Dec 21, 2009
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Updated

AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management (OSSIM) 2.1.5, and possibly other versions before 2.1.5-4, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the uniqueid parameter to (1) wcl.php, (2) storagegraphs.php, (3) storagegraphs2.php, (4) storagegraphs3.php, and (5) storagegraphs4.php in sem/.

Affected Software

4 affected components
AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management=2.1.5-3
AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management=2.1.5-2
AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management=2.1.5-1
AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management=2.1.5

Event History

Dec 21, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4372?

CVE-2009-4372 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4372?

To resolve CVE-2009-4372, update AlienVault Open Source Security Information Management to version 2.1.5-4 or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2009-4372 facilitate?

CVE-2009-4372 can facilitate remote code execution attacks through manipulation of the uniqueid parameter.

4

Which versions of AlienVault OSSIM are affected by CVE-2009-4372?

CVE-2009-4372 affects AlienVault OSSIM versions 2.1.5-1, 2.1.5-2, and 2.1.5-3.

5

Is CVE-2009-4372 still a threat to current versions of OSSIM?

CVE-2009-4372 should no longer pose a threat if AlienVault OSSIM is updated to version 2.1.5-4 or newer.

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