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CVE-2020-27227: OS Command Injection

First published: Tue Apr 13 2021(Updated: )

An exploitable unatuhenticated command injection exists in the OpenClinic GA 5.173.3. Specially crafted web requests can cause commands to be executed on the server. An attacker can send a web request with parameters containing specific parameter to trigger this vulnerability, potentially allowing exfiltration of the database, user credentials and compromise underlying operating system.

Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Openclinic Ga Project Openclinic Ga=5.173.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2020-27227?

    CVE-2020-27227 is an unauthenticated command injection vulnerability in OpenClinic GA 5.173.3.

  • How severe is CVE-2020-27227?

    CVE-2020-27227 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

  • How does CVE-2020-27227 work?

    CVE-2020-27227 allows an attacker to execute commands on the server by sending specially-crafted web requests with specific parameters.

  • What is the impacted software version for CVE-2020-27227?

    The impacted software version for CVE-2020-27227 is OpenClinic GA 5.173.3.

  • Is there a fix for CVE-2020-27227?

    Yes, a fix for CVE-2020-27227 is available. It is recommended to update to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.

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