CVE-2018-15155: Command Injection
Published 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/fax/faxdispatch.php after modifying the "hylafaxenscript" global variable in interface/super/editglobals.php.
Affected Software
1 affected component
open-emr Openemr<5.0.1.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 15, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-15155?
CVE-2018-15155 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote command execution by authenticated attackers.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-15155?
To fix CVE-2018-15155, you should upgrade to OpenEMR version 5.0.1.4 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
3
What versions of OpenEMR are affected by CVE-2018-15155?
CVE-2018-15155 affects all versions of OpenEMR prior to 5.0.1.4.
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Can CVE-2018-15155 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-15155 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-15155?
CVE-2018-15155 is characterized as an OS command injection vulnerability.