CVE-2021-3122: OS Command Injection

Published Feb 7, 2021
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Updated

CMCAgent in NCR Command Center Agent 16.3 on Aloha POS/BOH servers permits the submission of a runCommand parameter (within an XML document sent to port 8089) that enables the remote, unauthenticated execution of an arbitrary command as SYSTEM, as exploited in the wild in 2020 and/or 2021. NOTE: the vendor's position is that exploitation occurs only on devices with a certain "misconfiguration."

Affected Software

1 affected component
NCR Command Center Agent=16.3

Event History

Feb 7, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:45 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3122?

CVE-2021-3122 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote, unauthenticated command execution as the SYSTEM user.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-3122?

To remediate CVE-2021-3122, upgrade NCR Command Center Agent to a version later than 16.3 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What is affected by CVE-2021-3122?

CVE-2021-3122 affects NCR Command Center Agent version 16.3 installed on Aloha POS/BOH servers.

4

Can CVE-2021-3122 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-3122 can be exploited remotely without authentication, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-3122?

The impact of CVE-2021-3122 includes unauthorized system access and execution of malicious commands, which can lead to data breaches.

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