Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of installations of Marvell QConvergeConsole 5.5.0.64. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the isHPSmartComponent method of the GWTTestServiceImpl class. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-10501.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Marvell | Qconvergeconsole | < 5.5.00.73 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.marvell.com/content/dam/marvell/en/public-collateral/fibre-channel/mVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-970/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.marvell.com/content/dam/marvell/en/public-collateral/fibre-channel/mVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-970/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-15642?
CVE-2020-15642 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of installations of Marvell QConvergeConsole 5.5.0.64. Although authentication is required to exploit thi...
How severe is CVE-2020-15642?
CVE-2020-15642 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-2020-15642?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Marvell Qconvergeconsole.