CVE-2022-0551

Authenticated RCE on project configuration import in Guardian/CMC before 22.0.0

Description

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in project file upload in Nozomi Networks Guardian and CMC allows an authenticated attacker with admin or import manager roles to execute unattended commands on the appliance using web server user privileges. This issue affects: Nozomi Networks Guardian versions prior to 22.0.0. Nozomi Networks CMC versions prior to 22.0.0.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Upgrade to v22.0.0.

Workaround:

  • Use internal firewall features to limit management interface access and review users allowed to import project data files.

Category

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.46%
Vendor Advisory nozominetworks.com
Affected: Nozomi Networks Guardian
Affected: Nozomi Networks CMC
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://security.nozominetworks.com/NN-2022:2-02 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0551?
CVE-2022-0551 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-0551?
To fix CVE-2022-0551: Upgrade to v22.0.0.
Is CVE-2022-0551 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-0551 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-0551?
CVE-2022-0551 affects Nozomi Networks Guardian, Nozomi Networks CMC.
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