CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0022

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The simplestguest.cgi CGI program by Leif Wright allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the guestbook parameter.

Risk Assessment

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to full system compromise, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update or remove the simplestguest.cgi program and implement input validation to prevent command injection.

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Original NVD description (English source)

simplestguest.cgi CGI program by Leif Wright allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the guestbook parameter.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS