Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Extreme Networks ExtremeWireless
CVE-2020-16152

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Extremenetworks

Status
Aerohive Netconfig
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2021

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 35%

What is CVE-2020-16152?

The NetConfig UI in Extreme Networks' ExtremeWireless Aerohive HiveOS and IQ Engine up to version 10.0r8a is susceptible to a vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code as the root user. This is achieved through malicious remote HTTP requests that insert PHP code into a log file, which can then be accessed and executed by the attacker. This vulnerability poses significant risks as it can lead to unauthorized access and control over sensitive network configurations.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2020-16152
Created by eriknl

References

https://gtacknowledge.extremenetworks.com/articles/Vulner...
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164957/Aerohive-NetC...
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EPSS Score

35% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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