OS Command Injection in MicroWorld eScan Antivirus on Linux
CVE-2025-0798

9.2CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Microworld

Status
Escan Antivirus
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 January 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-0798?

A security vulnerability has been identified within MicroWorld eScan Antivirus 7.0.32 on Linux, specifically affecting the Quarantine Handler's rtscanner component. The flaw enables attackers to exploit a remote OS command injection, potentially allowing unauthorized commands to be executed on the host system. While the complexity of executing this attack is relatively high, the lack of response from the vendor following its disclosure raises concerns about the potential for exploitation in the wild. As users become more aware of such vulnerabilities, proactive measures and updates are essential to safeguard against potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

eScan Antivirus 7.0.32

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-2025-0798 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.293921
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.293921
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.484718
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
9.2
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

FPT IS Security (VulDB User)
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