CVE-2021-31580

Public Exploit

Akkadian Provisioning Manager Engine (PME) Shell Escape via 'exec' command

Description

The restricted shell provided by Akkadian Provisioning Manager Engine (PME) can be bypassed by switching the OpenSSH channel from `shell` to `exec` and providing the ssh client a single execution parameter. This issue was resolved in Akkadian OVA appliance version 3.0 (and later), Akkadian Provisioning Manager 5.0.2 (and later), and Akkadian Appliance Manager 3.3.0.314-4a349e0 (and later).

References

Link	Tags
https://www.rapid7.com/blog/post/2021/06/08/akkadian-provisioning-manager-multiple-vulnerabilities-disclosure/	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-31580?: CVE-2021-31580 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-31580?: To fix CVE-2021-31580, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-31580 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-31580 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-31580?: CVE-2021-31580 affects Akkadian Provisioning Manager Engine (PME).

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Description

Category

CWE-78 – Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

References

Frequently Asked Questions