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CVE-2013-0210

7.5 · HIGH

The smart proxy Puppet run API in Foreman before 1.2.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via vectors related to escaping and Puppet commands.

Published May 8, 2014theforemanCWE-94EPSS 1.85%

Overview

CVE-2013-0210 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting theforeman foreman. It was published on May 8, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The smart proxy Puppet run API in Foreman before 1.2.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via vectors related to escaping and Puppet commands.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from theforeman. Update foreman to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
theforemanforeman0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-0210?

CVE-2013-0210 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting theforeman foreman. It was published on May 8, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-0210?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-0210?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from theforeman. Update foreman to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-0210?

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