CVE-2014-2709: High severity Cacti Cacti vulnerability

Published Apr 23, 2014
·
Updated

lib/rrd.php in Cacti 0.8.7g, 0.8.8b, and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in unspecified parameters.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Cacti Cacti>=0.8.7<=0.8.7g
Cacti Cacti>=0.8.8<=0.8.8b
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
debian/cacti
1.2.16+ds1-2+deb11u31.2.16+ds1-2+deb11u51.2.24+ds1-1+deb12u51.2.30+ds1-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/cacti to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.2.16+ds1-2+deb11u3Fixed in 1.2.16+ds1-2+deb11u5Fixed in 1.2.24+ds1-1+deb12u5Fixed in 1.2.30+ds1-1

Event History

Apr 23, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:55 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-2709?

CVE-2014-2709 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-2709?

To fix CVE-2014-2709, upgrade to Cacti version 0.8.8c or later, or apply available patches that address the vulnerability.

3

What versions of Cacti are affected by CVE-2014-2709?

CVE-2014-2709 affects Cacti versions 0.8.7g, 0.8.8b, and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2014-2709 affect my Debian system?

Yes, CVE-2014-2709 can affect Debian systems running vulnerable versions of Cacti such as those prior to 0.8.8c.

5

Is CVE-2014-2709 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-2709 can be exploited remotely by attackers who manipulate input parameters.

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