SB2022072132 - Arbitrary file upload in CheckMK



SB2022072132 - Arbitrary file upload in CheckMK

Published: July 21, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022072132
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Arbitrary file upload (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-40905)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of ".mkp" files during file upload. A remote user can upload a malicious file and execute it on the server.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.