CVE-2019-20197: OS Command Injection
First published: Tue Dec 31 2019(Updated: )
In Nagios XI 5.6.9, an authenticated user is able to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the id parameter to schedulereport.php, in the context of the web-server user account.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | =5.6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-20197?
CVE-2019-20197 has a high severity due to its ability to allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary OS commands.
How do I fix CVE-2019-20197?
To fix CVE-2019-20197, upgrade Nagios XI to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2019-20197?
Nagios XI version 5.6.9 is affected by CVE-2019-20197.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-20197?
CVE-2019-20197 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited in a web application context.
How does CVE-2019-20197 occur?
CVE-2019-20197 occurs when shell metacharacters are improperly handled in the id parameter of schedulereport.php.
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