CVE-2020-5796
First published: Fri Nov 13 2020(Updated: )
Improper preservation of permissions in Nagios XI 5.7.4 allows a local, low-privileged, authenticated user to weaken the permissions of files, resulting in low-privileged users being able to write to and execute arbitrary PHP code with root privileges.
Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | =5.7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-5796?
CVE-2020-5796 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5796?
To fix CVE-2020-5796, upgrade Nagios XI to version 5.8.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-5796?
CVE-2020-5796 affects Nagios XI version 5.7.4.
What impact does CVE-2020-5796 have on users?
CVE-2020-5796 allows low-privileged authenticated users to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary PHP code.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-5796?
While immediate patches are recommended, temporary mitigation can be achieved by limiting user permissions and monitoring file changes.
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