CVE-2020-15420: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel loader_ajax line Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 28, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of CentOS Web Panel cwp-el7-0.9.8.891. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within loaderajax.php. When parsing the line parameter, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-9259.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of CentOS Web Panel. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within loaderajax.php. When parsing the line parameter, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Control-webpanel Webpanel=0.9.8.891
CentOS Web Panel CentOS Web Panel

Event History

Jul 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Feb 21, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·04:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15420?

CVE-2020-15420 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-15420?

To fix CVE-2020-15420, update your CentOS Web Panel to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-15420?

CVE-2020-15420 affects installations of CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.891.

4

Can CVE-2020-15420 be exploited without user credentials?

Yes, CVE-2020-15420 can be exploited by attackers without requiring any authentication.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2020-15420 on my server?

The impact of CVE-2020-15420 is that it enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected server.

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