CVE-2020-15423: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_mod_security dominio Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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 ajaxmodsecurity.php. When parsing the dominio 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-9732.
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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 ajaxmodsecurity.php. When parsing the dominio 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-15423?
CVE-2020-15423 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15423?
To fix CVE-2020-15423, upgrade to a patched version of CentOS Web Panel or apply the relevant security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-15423?
CVE-2020-15423 affects installations of CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-15423?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-15423.
What component of CentOS Web Panel is vulnerable in CVE-2020-15423?
The specific component of CentOS Web Panel that is vulnerable in CVE-2020-15423 is ajax_mod_security.php.