CVE-2024-42166

Public Exploit
Command Injection in Applicationname

Description

The function "generate_app_certificates" in lib/app_certificates.js of FIWARE Keyrock <= 8.4 does not neutralize special elements used in an OS Command properly. This allows an authenticated user with permissions to create applications to execute commands by creating an application with a malicious name.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.55%
Third-Party Advisory ac.at
Affected: FIWARE FIWARE Keyrock
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ait.ac.at/themen/cyber-security/pentesting/security-advisories third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42166?
CVE-2024-42166 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42166?
To fix CVE-2024-42166, 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-2024-42166 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-42166 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-2024-42166?
CVE-2024-42166 affects FIWARE FIWARE Keyrock.
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