CVE-2024-27981: Command Injection

Published Apr 4, 2024
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Updated

A Command Injection vulnerability found in a Self-Hosted UniFi Network Servers (Linux) with UniFi Network Application (Version 8.0.28 and earlier) allows a malicious actor with UniFi Network Application Administrator credentials to escalate privileges to root on the host device. Affected Products: UniFi Network Application (Version 8.0.28 and earlier) . Mitigation: Update UniFi Network Application to Version 8.1.113 or later.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Ubiquiti UniFi Network Application<8.0.28

Event History

Apr 4, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:16 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27981?

CVE-2024-27981 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow command injection and privilege escalation to root.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-27981?

To resolve CVE-2024-27981, update your Ubiquiti UniFi Network Application to version 8.0.29 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-27981?

CVE-2024-27981 affects administrators using versions of the Ubiquiti UniFi Network Application up to and including 8.0.28.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27981?

CVE-2024-27981 is a command injection vulnerability that exploits the UniFi Network Application.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2024-27981?

If exploited, CVE-2024-27981 can allow an attacker to escalate privileges, potentially gaining root access to the host device.

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