CVE-2022-31814: OS Command Injection

Published Sep 5, 2022
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Updated

pfSense pfBlockerNG through 2.1.426 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands as root via shell metacharacters in the HTTP Host header. NOTE: 3.x is unaffected.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Netgate Pfblockerng Pfsense<=2.1.4_26

Event History

Sep 5, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this pfSense pfBlockerNG vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this pfSense pfBlockerNG vulnerability is CVE-2022-31814.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31814?

The severity of CVE-2022-31814 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2022-31814 impact pfSense pfBlockerNG?

CVE-2022-31814 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands as root via shell metacharacters in the HTTP Host header.

4

Which version of pfSense pfBlockerNG is affected by CVE-2022-31814?

Version 2.1.4_26 of pfSense pfBlockerNG is affected by CVE-2022-31814.

5

Is pfSense pfBlockerNG version 3.x affected by CVE-2022-31814?

No, pfSense pfBlockerNG version 3.x is unaffected by CVE-2022-31814.

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