What is CVE-2022-30708?

CVE-2022-30708 is a vulnerability in Webmin through version 1.991 that allows remote code execution.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-30708?

The severity of CVE-2022-30708 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

Which version of Webmin is affected by CVE-2022-30708?

Webmin versions up to and including 1.991 are affected by CVE-2022-30708.

Is there a fix for CVE-2022-30708?

Yes, updating Webmin to a version beyond 1.991 can fix the CVE-2022-30708 vulnerability.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-30708

high

8.8

15/5/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-30708

Q: How does CVE-2022-30708 allow remote code execution?

CVE-2022-30708 allows remote code execution when a user has been manually created in Webmin using the Authentic theme.

First published: Sun May 15 2022(Updated: )

Webmin through 1.991, when the Authentic theme is used, allows remote code execution when a user has been manually created (i.e., not created in Virtualmin or Cloudmin). This occurs because settings-editor_write.cgi does not properly restrict the file parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Webmin Webmin	<=1.991

Remedy

https://github.com/webmin/webmin/commit/6a2334bf8b27d55c7edf0b2825cd14f3f8a69d4d

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-30708?
CVE-2022-30708 is a vulnerability in Webmin through version 1.991 that allows remote code execution.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-30708?
The severity of CVE-2022-30708 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.
Which version of Webmin is affected by CVE-2022-30708?
Webmin versions up to and including 1.991 are affected by CVE-2022-30708.
How does CVE-2022-30708 allow remote code execution?
CVE-2022-30708 allows remote code execution when a user has been manually created in Webmin using the Authentic theme.
Is there a fix for CVE-2022-30708?
Yes, updating Webmin to a version beyond 1.991 can fix the CVE-2022-30708 vulnerability.

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