CVE-2018-9302 describes a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Cockpit CMS versions 0.4.4 through 0.5.5, specifically within the /assets/lib/fuc.js.php component. This critical vulnerability, stemming from an incomplete fix for a prior CVE, allows unauthenticated remote attackers to read arbitrary files on the server or initiate TCP connections to internal network hosts. With a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL), it presents a high risk due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and significant potential for data compromise. While not listed on CISA's KEV catalog or showing widespread community discussion, public exploit code is available on ExploitDB, indicating a clear path for exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
>= 0.4.4, <= 0.5.5CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:getcockpit:cockpit:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
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