What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-9854?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-9854 is critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-9854?

To fix ZDI-CAN-9854, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Eaton for Intelligent Power Manager.

What systems are affected by ZDI-CAN-9854?

ZDI-CAN-9854 affects installations of Eaton Intelligent Power Manager that are vulnerable due to a flaw in system_srv.js.

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-9854?

Yes, authentication is required to exploit the vulnerability identified as ZDI-CAN-9854.

Can I mitigate ZDI-CAN-9854 without applying a patch?

Mitigation options for ZDI-CAN-9854 may include restricting access to the affected system and implementing network segmentation.

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ZDI-CAN-9854

high

8.8

26/2/2025

ZDI-CAN-9854: Eaton Intelligent Power Manager mc2 Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Eaton Intelligent Power Manager. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within system_srv.js. 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 on Linux or SYSTEM on Windows.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Eaton Intelligent Power Manager Virtual Appliance

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What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-9854?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-9854 is critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-9854?
To fix ZDI-CAN-9854, ensure that you apply the latest security patches provided by Eaton for Intelligent Power Manager.
What systems are affected by ZDI-CAN-9854?
ZDI-CAN-9854 affects installations of Eaton Intelligent Power Manager that are vulnerable due to a flaw in system_srv.js.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-9854?
Yes, authentication is required to exploit the vulnerability identified as ZDI-CAN-9854.
Can I mitigate ZDI-CAN-9854 without applying a patch?
Mitigation options for ZDI-CAN-9854 may include restricting access to the affected system and implementing network segmentation.

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