Vulnerability identifier: #VU53526

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-28909

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Nagios Fusion
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: nagios.org

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect file permissions. A remote authenticated attacker can modify files that can be executed by sudo and gain elevated privileges on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Nagios Fusion: 4.0.0 - 4.1.8

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External links
http://skylightcyber.com/2021/05/20/13-nagios-vulnerabilities-7-will-shock-you/
http://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/

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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?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.