CVE-2020-15430: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_list_accounts username 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 ajaxlistaccounts.php. When parsing the username 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-9736.
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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 ajaxlistaccounts.php. When parsing the username 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-2020-15430?
CVE-2020-15430 has a high severity level, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15430?
To fix CVE-2020-15430, update your CentOS Web Panel to version 0.9.8.924 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2020-15430?
CVE-2020-15430 affects CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-15430?
No, no authentication is needed to exploit CVE-2020-15430.
What specific component is vulnerable in CVE-2020-15430?
The specific component vulnerable in CVE-2020-15430 is ajax_list_accounts.php.