CVE-2019-16663: OS Command Injection
First published: Mon Oct 28 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in rConfig 3.9.2. An attacker can directly execute system commands by sending a GET request to search.crud.php because the catCommand parameter is passed to the exec function without filtering, which can lead to command execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| rConfig rConfig | =3.9.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://drive.google.com/open?id=1XmR2MSMb3cKARFk3XxmPkwz6GhAP1JxL
- https://drive.google.com/open?id=1kQGmboKfwob4RwlMjnv6ER2Za1GUptOi
- https://gist.github.com/mhaskar/e7e454c7cb0dd9a139b0a43691e258a0
- https://rconfig.com/download
- https://shells.systems/rconfig-v3-9-2-authenticated-and-unauthenticated-rce-cve-2019-16663-and-cve-2019-16662/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16663?
CVE-2019-16663 is a vulnerability in rConfig 3.9.2 that allows an attacker to directly execute system commands by sending a GET request to search.crud.php.
How severe is CVE-2019-16663?
CVE-2019-16663 has a severity level of 8.8 (critical).
How does CVE-2019-16663 affect rConfig 3.9.2?
CVE-2019-16663 affects rConfig 3.9.2 by allowing an attacker to execute system commands through the catCommand parameter in search.crud.php.
How can CVE-2019-16663 be exploited?
CVE-2019-16663 can be exploited by sending a GET request to search.crud.php with a malicious catCommand parameter.
Is there a fix for CVE-2019-16663?
Yes, there is a fix available for CVE-2019-16663. It is recommended to update rConfig to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.
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