Vulnerability Description
pfSense through 2.3.4 through 2.4.4-p3 allows Remote Code Injection via a methodCall XML document with a pfsense.exec_php call containing shell metacharacters in a parameter value.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgate | Pfsense | >= 2.3.4, < 2.4.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154587/pfSense-2.3.4-2.4.4-p3-Remote-Code-IExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/pfsense/pfsense/commits/masterThird Party Advisory
- https://hackernews.blog/pfsense-2-3-4-2-4-4-p3-remote-code-injection/#moreExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154587/pfSense-2.3.4-2.4.4-p3-Remote-Code-IExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/pfsense/pfsense/commits/masterThird Party Advisory
- https://hackernews.blog/pfsense-2-3-4-2-4-4-p3-remote-code-injection/#moreExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-16701?
CVE-2019-16701 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). pfSense through 2.3.4 through 2.4.4-p3 allows Remote Code Injection via a methodCall XML document with a pfsense.exec_php call containing shell metacharacters in a parameter value.
How severe is CVE-2019-16701?
CVE-2019-16701 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-16701?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgate Pfsense.