CVE-2014-7285: Command Injection
First published: Wed Dec 17 2014(Updated: )
The management console on the Symantec Web Gateway (SWG) appliance before 5.2.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary OS commands by injecting command strings into unspecified PHP scripts.
Credit: secure@symantec.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec Web Gateway | <=5.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://karmainsecurity.com/KIS-2014-19
- http://osvdb.org/show/osvdb/116009
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130612/Symantec-Web-Gateway-5-restore.php-Command-Injection.html
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/36263
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71620
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031386
- http://www.symantec.com/security_response/securityupdates/detail.jsp?fid=security_advisory&pvid=security_advisory&year=&suid=20141216_00
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-7285?
CVE-2014-7285 has been assigned a CVSS score indicating a high severity level due to its potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7285?
To fix CVE-2014-7285, you should upgrade the Symantec Web Gateway appliance to version 5.2.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-7285?
CVE-2014-7285 affects users of the Symantec Web Gateway appliance versions prior to 5.2.2.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2014-7285?
CVE-2014-7285 can be exploited by remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary operating system commands.
What PHP scripts are involved in CVE-2014-7285?
CVE-2014-7285 involves unspecified PHP scripts in the management console of the Symantec Web Gateway.
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/references
- agent/severity
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/tags
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- vendor/symantec
- canonical/symantec web gateway
- version/symantec web gateway/5.2.1