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Pandora FMS version 7.44 contains a critical vulnerability in its File Repository Manager feature that allows attackers to upload arbitrary files, which can lead to remote command execution on the affected system. This vulnerability is classified as CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type).
Overview
Pandora FMS is an open-source monitoring software solution. In version 7.44, the File Repository Manager component fails to properly validate uploaded files, allowing malicious users to upload arbitrary files including those containing executable code. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to gain remote code execution privileges on the underlying server. This vulnerability is particularly dangerous as it could lead to complete system compromise. The issue affects the community edition of Pandora FMS 7.44.
Remediation
To mitigate this vulnerability, system administrators should:
- Update Pandora FMS to the latest version that contains fixes for this vulnerability
- If immediate updating is not possible, consider temporarily disabling the File Repository Manager functionality
- Implement additional security controls such as:
- Web application firewalls to filter malicious upload attempts
- File type validation at the server level
- Strict permission controls on upload directories
- Monitor system logs for suspicious file upload activities
- Conduct a security review to identify any potential compromises if the system was exposed
References
- Core Security Advisory: https://www.coresecurity.com/core-labs/advisories/pandora-fms-community-multiple-vulnerabilities
- CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type): https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/434.html
- MITRE CVE-2020-13855: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2020-13855
- Core Security Advisories Portal: https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
