CVE-2012-10033 describes a critical remote code execution vulnerability in Narcissus, stemming from improper input sanitization in its image configuration workflow. Specifically, the backend.php script fails to sanitize the 'release' parameter, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary system commands via crafted POST requests. This flaw carries a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL) due to its network-based attack vector, low complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA KEV, a Metasploit module exists, and the vulnerability has garnered significant community discussion, indicating potential for exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
| ÅNgströM Distribution Project | Narcissus | All Versions ImpactedCNA affecteddefault unaffected |
CVSS version used by this source: 4.0
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
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