8.8
CWE
20 77 78
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-4551: Command Injection via Task Scheduler

First published: Mon Jan 29 2024(Updated: )

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in OpenText AppBuilder on Windows, Linux allows OS Command Injection. The AppBuilder's Scheduler functionality that facilitates creation of scheduled tasks is vulnerable to command injection. This allows authenticated users to inject arbitrary operating system commands into the executing process. This issue affects AppBuilder: from 21.2 before 23.2.

Credit: security@opentext.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
OpenText AppBuilder>=21.2<23.2
Any of
Linux Kernel
Microsoft Windows Operating System

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-4551?

    CVE-2023-4551 has a high severity level due to its potential for OS command injection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-4551?

    To remediate CVE-2023-4551, update OpenText AppBuilder to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-4551?

    CVE-2023-4551 affects authenticated users of OpenText AppBuilder versions between 21.2 and 23.2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-4551?

    CVE-2023-4551 is classified as an improper input validation vulnerability leading to OS command injection.

  • Can CVE-2023-4551 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2023-4551 can be exploited by authenticated users to inject arbitrary commands.

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