CVE-2019-17270 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-17270 affecting Yachtcontrol webservers, allowing unauthorized OS command execution. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
A vulnerability in Yachtcontrol webservers allowed unauthenticated users to execute Operating System commands by accessing a specific page.
Understanding CVE-2019-17270
This CVE describes a security issue in Yachtcontrol webservers that enabled unauthorized users to run OS commands.
What is CVE-2019-17270?
The vulnerability in Yachtcontrol webservers permitted unauthenticated users to execute Operating System commands by accessing a particular page with a command parameter.
The Impact of CVE-2019-17270
The vulnerability allowed attackers to run commands on the server, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data manipulation.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-17270
This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw in Yachtcontrol webservers enabled unauthenticated users to execute OS commands by accessing the "/pages/systemcall.php?command={COMMAND}" page.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Yachtcontrol webservers accessed through Dutch GPRS/4G mobile IP-ranges
- IP addresses of these webservers may vary due to DHCP client leasing
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers could input commands in the {COMMAND} parameter of the specific page to execute them on the server.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable access to the vulnerable page if not essential
- Implement IP filtering to restrict access
- Monitor server logs for suspicious activities
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Keep systems and software updated
- Educate users on secure practices
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches or updates provided by Yachtcontrol to fix the vulnerability