8.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-15153: Command Injection

First published: Wed Aug 15 2018(Updated: )

OS command injection occurring in versions of OpenEMR before 5.0.1.4 allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands by making a crafted request to interface/main/daemon_frame.php after modifying the "hylafax_server" global variable in interface/super/edit_globals.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenEMR<5.0.1.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-15153?

    CVE-2018-15153 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-15153?

    To fix CVE-2018-15153, update OpenEMR to version 5.0.1.4 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2018-15153?

    CVE-2018-15153 affects OpenEMR versions prior to 5.0.1.4.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-15153?

    CVE-2018-15153 can be exploited by authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands.

  • How does CVE-2018-15153 impact system security?

    CVE-2018-15153 allows attackers to gain control over a vulnerable system by executing commands, compromising its integrity.

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