CVE-2023-0462: Arbitrary code execution through yaml global parameters

Published Jan 22, 2023
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Updated

An arbitrary code execution flaw was found in Foreman. This issue may allow an admin user to execute arbitrary code on the underlying operating system by setting global parameters with a YAML payload.

Other sources

By creating a Yaml global parameter under "Configure"->"Global Parameters" which contains a crafted payload, an attacker with admin privileges on the foreman instance can execute arbitrary code on the underlying operating system.

Red Hat

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/foreman<3.8.0
3.8.0
theforeman foreman<3.8.0
redhat Satellite>=6.0

Event History

Jan 22, 2023
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 20, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-0462?

CVE-2023-0462 is an arbitrary code execution flaw in Foreman that allows an admin user to execute arbitrary code on the underlying operating system.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-0462?

The severity of CVE-2023-0462 is critical, with a CVSS score of 9.1.

3

How does CVE-2023-0462 affect Foreman?

CVE-2023-0462 affects Foreman versions up to 3.8.0 and allows an admin user to execute arbitrary code.

4

How does CVE-2023-0462 affect Red Hat Satellite?

CVE-2023-0462 affects Red Hat Satellite versions from 6.0 and allows an admin user to execute arbitrary code.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-0462?

To fix CVE-2023-0462, update Foreman to a version beyond 3.8.0 or update Red Hat Satellite to a version beyond 6.0.

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