CVE-2021-45466
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 55.34%
Last modified
CVE-2021-45466 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In CWP (aka Control Web Panel or CentOS Web Panel) before 0.9.8.1107, attackers can make a crafted request to api/?api=add_server&DHCP= to add an authorized_keys text file in the /resources/ folder.. EPSS estimates a 55.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In CWP (aka Control Web Panel or CentOS Web Panel) before 0.9.8.1107, attackers can make a crafted request to api/?api=add_server&DHCP= to add an authorized_keys text file in the /resources/ folder.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Control-Webpanel | Webpanel | < 0.9.8.1107 |
References
- https://control-webpanel.com/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://octagon.net/blog/2022/01/22/cve-2021-45467-cwp-centos-web-panel-preauth-rce/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://control-webpanel.com/changelogRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://octagon.net/blog/2022/01/22/cve-2021-45467-cwp-centos-web-panel-preauth-rce/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-45466?
In CWP (aka Control Web Panel or CentOS Web Panel) before 0.9.8.1107, attackers can make a crafted request to api/?api=add_server&DHCP= to add an authorized_keys text file in the /resources/ folder.
How severe is CVE-2021-45466?
CVE-2021-45466 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 55.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45466?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-45466?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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