ZDI-CAN-24015: ZDI-24-1717: (0Day) Arista NG Firewall ExecManagerImpl Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Arista NG Firewall. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the ExecManagerImpl class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Arista NG Firewall. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.2. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2024-12829.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-24015?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-24015 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-24015?
To mitigate ZDI-CAN-24015, apply the latest security patches provided by Arista for the NG Firewall.
What are the consequences of exploiting ZDI-CAN-24015?
Exploiting ZDI-CAN-24015 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected Arista NG Firewall installations.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-24015?
Organizations using Arista NG Firewall are affected by ZDI-CAN-24015, especially if authentication is improperly managed.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-24015?
Yes, authentication is required to exploit the ZDI-CAN-24015 vulnerability.