OS Command Injection in Cacti
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2009-4112 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-78 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Cacti Web applications / Other software |
| Vendor | The Cacti Group, Inc. |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) OS Command Injection
EUVDB-ID: #VU27394
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2009-4112
CWE-ID:
CWE-78 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application allows authenticated administrators to update the "Data Input Method" for the "Linux - Get Memory Usage" setting and insert arbitrary system command. A remote authenticated administrator can execute arbitrary OS commands on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsCacti: 0.8.7 - 0.8.7e
External linkshttp://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2009-11/0292.html
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/26/1
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/11/30/2
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508129/100/0/threaded
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
