CVE-2020-15427: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_disk_usage folderName 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 ajaxdiskusage.php. When parsing the folderName 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-9713.
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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 ajaxdiskusage.php. When parsing the folderName 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-2020-15427?
The severity of CVE-2020-15427 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15427?
To fix CVE-2020-15427, update CentOS Web Panel to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-15427?
CVE-2020-15427 affects CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.
Can CVE-2020-15427 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-15427 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers.
Which component is vulnerable in CVE-2020-15427?
The specific component vulnerable in CVE-2020-15427 is the ajax_disk_usage.php file.