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Advisory Published

CVE-2020-15421: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_mod_security check_ip Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Tue Jul 28 2020(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of CentOS Web Panel cwp-e17.0.9.8.923. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within ajax_mod_security.php. When parsing the check_ip 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-9707.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
CentOS Web Panel=0.9.8.923
CentOS Web Panel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-15421?

    CVE-2020-15421 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution without authentication.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-15421?

    To fix CVE-2020-15421, upgrade to a patched version of CentOS Web Panel beyond 0.9.8.923 as advised by the vendor.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-15421?

    CVE-2020-15421 affects CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.

  • Can CVE-2020-15421 be exploited without authentication?

    Yes, CVE-2020-15421 can be exploited by remote attackers without requiring any form of authentication.

  • What type of attacks can be performed due to CVE-2020-15421?

    CVE-2020-15421 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations, which may lead to full system compromise.

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