Vulnerability identifier: #VU60580

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 9.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-24112

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Apache APISIX
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Apache Foundation

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to an IP restriction of Admin API bypass flaw. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request using the batch-requests plugin and execute arbitrary code 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

Apache APISIX: 2.10.0 - 2.10.3, 2.12.0

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External links
http://lists.apache.org/thread/lcdqywz8zy94mdysk7p3gfdgn51jmt94
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/02/11/3

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.