Vulnerability identifier: #VU64780
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
nats-server
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: NATS - The Cloud Native Messaging System
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in JWT library in NATS nats-server when handling expired credentials. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request, gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code on the system.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
nats-server: 2.0.0 - 2.1.8
External links
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2020/11/02/2
http://github.com/advisories/GHSA-4w5x-x539-ppf5
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?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.