CVE-2023-39966: 1Panel arbitrary file write vulnerability exists in the background

Published Aug 10, 2023
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Updated

Summary An arbitrary file write vulnerability could lead to direct control of the server Details Arbitrary file creation In the api/v1/file.go file, there is a function called SaveContentthat,It recieves JSON data sent by users in the form of a POST request. And the lack of parameter filtering allows for arbitrary file write operations.It looks like this:

- Vulnerable Code

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PoC

- We can write the SSH public key into the /etc/.root/authorizedkeys configuration file on the server.

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- The server was successfully written to the public key !微信图片20230801093610

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As a result, the server is directly controlled, causing serious harm

Impact 1Panel v1.4.3

Other sources

1Panel is an open source Linux server operation and maintenance management panel. In version 1.4.3, an arbitrary file write vulnerability could lead to direct control of the server. In the api/v1/file.go file, there is a function called SaveContentthat,It recieves JSON data sent by users in the form of a POST request. And the lack of parameter filtering allows for arbitrary file write operations. Version 1.5.0 contains a patch for this issue.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
go/github.com/1Panel-dev/1Panel=1.4.3
1.5.0
FIT2CLOUD 1Panel=1.4.3

Event History

Aug 10, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
08:09 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-39966?

CVE-2023-39966 is an arbitrary file write vulnerability in 1Panel version 1.4.3 that could lead to direct control of the server.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-39966?

CVE-2023-39966 has a severity score of 9.8 (critical).

3

How does CVE-2023-39966 work?

CVE-2023-39966 allows an attacker to create arbitrary files on the server by sending JSON data in a POST request, potentially leading to full control of the server.

4

What software versions are affected by CVE-2023-39966?

1Panel version 1.4.3 is affected by CVE-2023-39966.

5

How do I fix CVE-2023-39966?

To fix CVE-2023-39966, update to version 1.5.0 of 1Panel.

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