CVE-2023-49254

CVSS 3.1 Score 8.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 12, 2024
Updated: Jan 18, 2024
CWE ID 78

Summary

CVE-2023-49254 is a new vulnerability that allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges by manipulating the "destination" field in network test tools. This issue goes beyond the mitigations implemented for the similar vulnerability CVE-2021-28151, which was addressed on the user interface level. Hackers can bypass these protections by sending direct POST requests, posing a significant risk to affected systems. Organizations must promptly patch this vulnerability to prevent potential unauthorized system access and command execution.

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