#VU72687 Code Injection in ZoneMinder - CVE-2023-26035

Vulnerability identifier: #VU72687

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 9.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26035

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
ZoneMinder
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: ZoneMinder.com

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in snapshots. A remote attacker 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

ZoneMinder: 1.36.0 - 1.37

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External links
https://github.com/ZoneMinder/zoneminder/security/advisories/GHSA-72rg-h4vf-29gr
https://github.com/ZoneMinder/zoneminder/releases/tag/1.36.33

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.