Vulnerability Description
Cacti is an open source performance and fault management framework. An admin user can create a device with a malicious hostname containing php code and repeat the installation process (completing only step 5 of the installation process is enough, no need to complete the steps before or after it) to use a php file as the cacti log file. After having the malicious hostname end up in the logs (log poisoning), one can simply go to the log file url to execute commands to achieve RCE. This issue has been addressed in version 1.2.28 and all users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cacti | Cacti | < 1.2.28 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Cacti/cacti/security/advisories/GHSA-gxq4-mv8h-6qj4ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/02/msg00010.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-43363?
CVE-2024-43363 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Cacti is an open source performance and fault management framework. An admin user can create a device with a malicious hostname containing php code and repeat the installation process (completing only...
How severe is CVE-2024-43363?
CVE-2024-43363 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-43363?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cacti Cacti.