Vulnerability identifier: #VU54451
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-434
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nessus Agent
Client/Desktop applications /
Other client software
Vendor: Tenable Network Security
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload. A remote Nessus administrator user can upload a malicious file and escalate privileges on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nessus Agent: 8.0.0 - 8.2.5
External links
http://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2021-13
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.