CVE-2020-15433: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_php_pecl phpversion 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 ajaxphppecl.php. When parsing the phpversion 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-9715.

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 ajaxphppecl.php. When parsing the phpversion 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.

ZDI

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15433?

CVE-2020-15433 is considered to have a high severity due to its ability to allow remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-15433?

To fix CVE-2020-15433, you should upgrade to the latest version of CentOS Web Panel that mitigates this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-15433?

CVE-2020-15433 affects CentOS Web Panel version 0.9.8.923.

4

Can CVE-2020-15433 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-15433 can be exploited remotely, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-15433?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2020-15433.

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