OS command injection in Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus

1) OS Command Injection

EUVDB-ID: #VU62035

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 8.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-28810

CWE-ID: CWE-78 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

Exploit availability: Yes

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in password management functionality, when custom scripts for password sync with required providers are enabled. A remote authenticated user can pass specially crafted data to the application via the password field and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Zoho ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus: 6100 - 6121

External links

http://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/release-notes.html#6122
http://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/kb/cve-2022-28810.html

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.