CVE-2023-45158

Web2py command injection

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 3.69%

Published16 Oct 2023

Description

An OS command injection vulnerability exists in web2py 2.24.1 and earlier. When the product is configured to use notifySendHandler for logging (not the default configuration), a crafted web request may execute an arbitrary OS command on the web server using the product.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Web2py≤ 2.24.1

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-45158 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-45158 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 3.69%.

How severe is CVE-2023-45158?

CVE-2023-45158 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 3.69% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-45158?

Affected products include Web2py.

How do I fix CVE-2023-45158?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.