CVE-2024-22116: Remote code execution within ping script

Published Aug 9, 2024
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Updated

An administrator with restricted permissions can exploit the script execution functionality within the Monitoring Hosts section. The lack of default escaping for script parameters enabled this user ability to execute arbitrary code via the Ping script, thereby compromising infrastructure.

Affected Software

15 affected components
Zabbix Zabbix>=6.4.9<=6.4.15
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha1
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha2
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha3
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha4
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha5
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha6
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha7
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha8
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-alpha9
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-beta1
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-beta2
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-beta3
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-rc1
Zabbix Zabbix=7.0.0-rc2

Event History

Aug 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:16 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22116?

CVE-2024-22116 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-22116?

To mitigate CVE-2024-22116, users should upgrade to Zabbix version 6.4.16 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-22116?

CVE-2024-22116 affects Zabbix versions 6.4.9 to 6.4.15, as well as several 7.0.0 alpha, beta, and release candidate versions.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-22116?

The impact of CVE-2024-22116 includes unauthorized script execution leading to potential full system compromise.

5

Can CVE-2024-22116 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-22116 can be exploited remotely by an administrator with restricted permissions.

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