CVE-2020-15609: (0Day) CentOS Web Panel ajax_dashboard service_stop 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 ajaxdashboard.php. When parsing the servicestop 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-9726.
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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 ajaxdashboard.php. When parsing the servicestop 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-2020-15609?
CVE-2020-15609 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15609?
To fix CVE-2020-15609, upgrade to a patched version of CentOS Web Panel that addresses this vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-15609?
CVE-2020-15609 affects CentOS Web Panel version 17.0.9.8.923.
Can CVE-2020-15609 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, CVE-2020-15609 can be exploited by attackers without the need for authentication.
What component of CentOS Web Panel is vulnerable in CVE-2020-15609?
The vulnerability in CVE-2020-15609 specifically exists within the ajax_dashboard.php component.