SB2018032317 - Remote code execution in Kentico CMS



SB2018032317 - Remote code execution in Kentico CMS

Published: March 23, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018032317
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-17736)

The vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper security restrictions. A remote attacker can visit CMSInstall/install.aspx, navigate to the CMS Administration Dashboard and execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.