CVE-2020-15425: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_mod_security 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-e17.0.9.8.923. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within ajaxmodsecurity.php. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of 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-9742.

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 ajaxmodsecurity.php. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of 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=0.9.8.923
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-2020-15425?

CVE-2020-15425 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-15425?

To fix CVE-2020-15425, update CentOS Web Panel to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-15425?

The potential impacts of CVE-2020-15425 include unauthorized remote code execution which could compromise the entire server.

4

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-15425?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-15425, making it particularly dangerous.

5

Which versions of CentOS Web Panel are affected by CVE-2020-15425?

CVE-2020-15425 affects CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.

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