Vulnerability identifier: #VU53527
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:
CWE-ID:
CWE-378
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nagios XI
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: nagios.org
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to creation of a temporary directory with insecure permissions in getprofile.sh. A remote authenticated attacker can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nagios XI: 5.7.0 - 5.7.5
External links
http://skylightcyber.com/2021/05/20/13-nagios-vulnerabilities-7-will-shock-you/
http://www.nagios.com/downloads/nagios-xi/change-log/
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.