CVE-2024-4297: HGiga iSherlock - Arbitrary File Download

Published Apr 29, 2024
·
Updated

The system configuration interface of HGiga iSherlock (including MailSherlock, SpamSherlock, AuditSherlock) fails to filter special characters in certain function parameters, allowing remote attackers with administrative privileges to exploit this vulnerability to download arbitrary system files.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Hgiga iSherlock
Hgiga MailSherlock
Hgiga SpamSherlock
Hgiga AuditSherlock
Hgiga iSherlock>=4.5<4.5-147
Hgiga iSherlock>=5.5<5.5-147

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade HGiga iSherlock iSherlock-sysinfo-4.5 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 147
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade HGiga iSherlock iSherlock-sysinfo-5.5 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 147

Event History

Apr 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:28 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:28 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4297?

CVE-2024-4297 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers with administrative privileges to exploit the system.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-4297?

To fix CVE-2024-4297, administrators should update the affected HGiga iSherlock, MailSherlock, SpamSherlock, and AuditSherlock software to the latest patched versions.

3

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-4297?

CVE-2024-4297 affects HGiga iSherlock, MailSherlock, SpamSherlock, and AuditSherlock software products.

4

What is the exploit method for CVE-2024-4297?

CVE-2024-4297 can be exploited by sending specially crafted requests that include unfiltered special characters to the system configuration interface.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2024-4297?

CVE-2024-4297 can be exploited by remote attackers who possess administrative privileges on the affected systems.

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