CVE-2020-14072
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.37%
Last modified
CVE-2020-14072 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in MK-AUTH 19.01. It allows command execution as root via shell metacharacters to /auth admin scripts.. EPSS estimates a 3.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in MK-AUTH 19.01. It allows command execution as root via shell metacharacters to /auth admin scripts.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mk-Auth | Mk-Auth | 19.01 |
References
- http://mk-auth.com.br/page/changelog-1Vendor Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/merhawi023/a1155913df3cf0c17971b0fb7dcd8f20Third Party Advisory
- http://mk-auth.com.br/page/changelog-1Vendor Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/merhawi023/a1155913df3cf0c17971b0fb7dcd8f20Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-14072?
An issue was discovered in MK-AUTH 19.01. It allows command execution as root via shell metacharacters to /auth admin scripts.
How severe is CVE-2020-14072?
CVE-2020-14072 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14072?
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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