Remote Code Execution in SolarWinds LEM by Authenticated Users
CVE-2017-5199

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Solarwinds
Status
Log And Event Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 March 2017

What is CVE-2017-5199?

The editbanner feature in SolarWinds LEM allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code through a vulnerability in the handling of scripts. By manipulating the /usr/local/contego/scripts/mgrconfig.pl file, an attacker can gain unauthorized control over the affected system, potentially leading to severe security breaches. This vulnerability underscores the importance of securing user access and correctly validating inputs in software management systems.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97090
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http://blog.0xlabs.com/2017/03/solarwinds-lem-ssh-jailbre...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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