#VU61396 Improper Authorization in Webmin - CVE-2022-0829

Vulnerability identifier: #VU61396

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 7.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-0829

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Webmin
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: Webmin

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization in the File Manager module when using the default Authentic theme. A remote user can execute arbitrary code on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Webmin: 1.900 - 1.984

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External links
https://huntr.dev/bounties/f2d0389f-d7d1-4f34-9f9d-268b0a0da05e
https://github.com/webmin/webmin/commit/eeeea3c097f5cc473770119f7ac61f1dcfa671b9

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.