CVE-2023-42120

Control Web Panel dns_zone_editor Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Control Web Panel dns_zone_editor Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Control Web Panel. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the dns_zone_editor module. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-20581.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 1.73% Top 20%
Affected: Control Web Panel Control Web Panel
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1477/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42120?
CVE-2023-42120 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-42120?
To fix CVE-2023-42120, 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-2023-42120 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-42120 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-42120?
CVE-2023-42120 affects Control Web Panel Control Web Panel.
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