CVE-2018-15709: OS Command Injection

Published Nov 14, 2018
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Updated

Nagios XI 5.5.6 allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted HTTP request.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nagios Nagios XI=5.5.6

Event History

Nov 14, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15709?

CVE-2018-15709 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-15709?

To fix CVE-2018-15709, upgrade Nagios XI to version 5.5.7 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2018-15709?

Users of Nagios XI version 5.5.6 are affected by CVE-2018-15709.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2018-15709 facilitate?

CVE-2018-15709 can facilitate remote authenticated attacks that allow execution of arbitrary commands.

5

What is the attack vector for CVE-2018-15709?

The attack vector for CVE-2018-15709 is through crafted HTTP requests sent to the Nagios XI application.

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