CVE-2017-15645: CSRF

Published Oct 19, 2017
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Updated

CSRF exists in Webmin 1.850. By sending a GET request to at/createjob.cgi containing dir=/&cmd= in the URI, an attacker to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

1 affected component
webmin webmin<=1.850

Event History

Oct 19, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15645?

CVE-2017-15645 has been assigned a medium severity level due to its ability to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands via CSRF.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-15645?

To fix CVE-2017-15645, it is recommended to upgrade Webmin to version 1.860 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-15645?

The potential impacts of CVE-2017-15645 include unauthorized command execution on the server, leading to a complete compromise of system integrity.

4

Is CVE-2017-15645 present in all versions of Webmin?

CVE-2017-15645 specifically affects Webmin versions up to and including 1.850; later versions are not vulnerable.

5

What is CSRF in the context of CVE-2017-15645?

In the context of CVE-2017-15645, CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to send unauthorized commands through a malicious request to Webmin.

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