CVE-2024-46256
Jc21 Nginx Proxy Manager command injection
- Published27 Sept 2024
Description
A Command injection vulnerability in requestLetsEncryptSsl in NginxProxyManager 2.11.3 allows an attacker to RCE via Add Let's Encrypt Certificate.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://github.com/barttran2k/POC_CVE-2024-46256
- https://github.com/NginxProxyManager/nginx-proxy-manager/blob/v2.11.3/backend/internal/certificate.js#L830
- https://github.com/NginxProxyManager/nginx-proxy-manager/commit/99cce7e2b0da2978411cedd7cac5fffbe15bc466
- https://github.com/NginxProxyManager/nginx-proxy-manager/pull/4073/commits/c39d5433bcd13993def222bbb2b6988bbb810a05
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-46256 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-46256 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 3.08%.
How severe is CVE-2024-46256?
CVE-2024-46256 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 3.08% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-46256?
Affected products include Jc21 Nginx Proxy Manager.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46256?
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.