Vulnerability Description
Sophos Web Appliance before 3.7.8.2 allows (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the client-ip parameter to the Block page, when using the user_workstation variable in a customized template, and remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the (2) url parameter to the Diagnostic Tools functionality or (3) entries parameter to the Local Site List functionality.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos | Web Appliance Firmware | <= 3.7.8.1 |
| Sophos | Web Appliance | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.sophos.com/en-us/support/knowledgebase/118969.aspxVendor Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20130403-Exploit
- http://www.sophos.com/en-us/support/knowledgebase/118969.aspxVendor Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20130403-Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-2642?
CVE-2013-2642 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Sophos Web Appliance before 3.7.8.2 allows (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the client-ip parameter to the Block page, when using the user_workstation var...
How severe is CVE-2013-2642?
CVE-2013-2642 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-2642?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sophos Web Appliance Firmware, Sophos Web Appliance.