CVE-2020-7237: OS Command Injection
First published: Mon Jan 20 2020(Updated: )
Cacti 1.2.8 allows Remote Code Execution (by privileged users) via shell metacharacters in the Performance Boost Debug Log field of poller_automation.php. OS commands are executed when a new poller cycle begins. The attacker must be authenticated, and must have access to modify the Performance Settings of the product.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cacti Cacti | =1.2.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-03/msg00001.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-03/msg00005.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-04/msg00042.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-04/msg00048.html
- https://ctrsec.io/index.php/2020/01/25/cve-2020-7237-remote-code-execution-in-cacti-rrdtool/
- https://github.com/Cacti/cacti/issues/3201
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/SUSOTOIEJKD2IWJHN7TY56TDZJQZJUVJ/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/XLZAMGTW2OSIBLYLXWHQBGWP7M4DTRS7/
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202003-40
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-7237?
CVE-2020-7237 is a vulnerability in Cacti 1.2.8 that allows remote code execution by privileged users via shell metacharacters.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-7237?
CVE-2020-7237 has a severity rating of 8.8 (Critical).
How does CVE-2020-7237 allow remote code execution?
CVE-2020-7237 allows remote code execution by using shell metacharacters in the Performance Boost Debug Log field of poller_automation.php.
Who can exploit CVE-2020-7237?
Only privileged users who are authenticated and have access to modify the Performance Settings can exploit CVE-2020-7237.
How can I fix CVE-2020-7237?
To fix CVE-2020-7237, update Cacti to version 1.2.9 or later.
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