CVE-2025-34284: Nagios XI < 2024R2 Authenticated Command Injection via WinRM Plugin
Nagios XI versions prior to 2024R2 contain a command injection vulnerability in the WinRM plugin. Insufficient validation of user-supplied parameters allows an authenticated administrator to inject shell metacharacters that are incorporated into backend command invocations. Successful exploitation enables arbitrary command execution with the privileges of the Nagios XI web application user and can be leveraged to modify configuration, exfiltrate data, disrupt monitoring operations, or execute commands on the underlying host operating system.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Nagios XIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2024R2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-34284?
CVE-2025-34284 has a high severity rating due to the potential for command injection by authenticated administrators.
How do I fix CVE-2025-34284?
To fix CVE-2025-34284, upgrade Nagios XI to version 2024R2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-34284?
CVE-2025-34284 affects all Nagios XI versions prior to 2024R2 with the WinRM plugin.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-34284?
CVE-2025-34284 is a command injection vulnerability that allows unauthorized execution of commands.
Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2025-34284?
No, only authenticated administrators can exploit CVE-2025-34284 due to its design.