CVE-2020-28901
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 9.11%
Last modified
CVE-2020-28901 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Command Injection in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier allows for Privilege Escalation or Code Execution as root via vectors related to corrupt component installation in cmd_subsys.php.. EPSS estimates a 9.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Command Injection in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier allows for Privilege Escalation or Code Execution as root via vectors related to corrupt component installation in cmd_subsys.php.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nagios | Fusion | <= 4.1.8 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162783/Nagios-XI-Fusion-Privilege-Escalation-Cross-Site-Scripting-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://skylightcyber.com/2021/05/20/13-nagios-vulnerabilities-7-will-shock-you/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/162783/Nagios-XI-Fusion-Privilege-Escalation-Cross-Site-Scripting-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://skylightcyber.com/2021/05/20/13-nagios-vulnerabilities-7-will-shock-you/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-28901?
Command Injection in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier allows for Privilege Escalation or Code Execution as root via vectors related to corrupt component installation in cmd_subsys.php.
How severe is CVE-2020-28901?
CVE-2020-28901 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 9.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28901?
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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