CVE-2019-16701: OS Command Injection

Published Sep 25, 2019
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Updated

pfSense through 2.3.4 through 2.4.4-p3 allows Remote Code Injection via a methodCall XML document with a pfsense.execphp call containing shell metacharacters in a parameter value.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Netgate pfSense>=2.3.4<2.4.4
Netgate pfSense=2.4.4
Netgate pfSense=2.4.4-p1
Netgate pfSense=2.4.4-p2
Netgate pfSense=2.4.4-p3

Event History

Sep 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:45 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-16701?

CVE-2019-16701 is a vulnerability in pfSense versions 2.3.4 through 2.4.4-p3 that allows remote code injection via a methodCall XML document with a pfsense.exec_php call containing shell metacharacters in a parameter value.

2

How severe is CVE-2019-16701?

CVE-2019-16701 has a severity rating of 8.8 (Critical).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-16701?

pfSense versions 2.3.4 through 2.4.4-p3 are affected by CVE-2019-16701.

4

How can remote code injection occur in pfSense?

Remote code injection can occur in pfSense through a methodCall XML document with a pfsense.exec_php call that contains shell metacharacters in a parameter value.

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID related to CVE-2019-16701?

CVE-2019-16701 is associated with CWE-94 and CWE-78 vulnerabilities.

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