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CVE-2018-9246

UnknownEPSS 2.58%

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CVE-2018-9246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The PGObject::Util::DBAdmin module before 0.120.0 for Perl, as used in LedgerSMB through 1.5.x, insufficiently sanitizes or escapes variable values used as part of shell command execution, resulting in shell code injection via the create(), run_file(), backup(), or restore() function. The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to execute code with the same privileges as the running application.. EPSS estimates a 2.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The PGObject::Util::DBAdmin module before 0.120.0 for Perl, as used in LedgerSMB through 1.5.x, insufficiently sanitizes or escapes variable values used as part of shell command execution, resulting in shell code injection via the create(), run_file(), backup(), or restore() function. The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to execute code with the same privileges as the running application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.58%

83.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Pgobject-Util-Dbadmin ProjectPgobject-Util-Dbadmin< 0.120.0
LedgersmbLedgersmb>= 1.5.0, <= 1.5.21

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9246?
The PGObject::Util::DBAdmin module before 0.120.0 for Perl, as used in LedgerSMB through 1.5.x, insufficiently sanitizes or escapes variable values used as part of shell command execution, resulting in shell code injection via the create(), run_file(), backup(), or restore() function. The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to execute code with the same privileges as the running application.
How severe is CVE-2018-9246?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9246?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST