#VU70779 Code Injection in daloRADIUS - CVE-2023-0046

Vulnerability identifier: #VU70779

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 7.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-0046

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
daloRADIUS
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: Liran Tal

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a lack of filename restrictions when saving logging files. A remote administrator can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

daloRADIUS: 1.3

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External links
https://github.com/lirantal/daloradius/commit/2013c2d1231e99dac918247b69b198ded1f30a1c
https://huntr.dev/bounties/2214dc41-f283-4342-95b1-34a2f4fea943

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.