CVE-2020-25618 : Security Advisory and Response

SolarWinds N-Central 12.3.0.670 is affected by a vulnerability that allows the nable web user account to execute arbitrary OS commands as root due to incorrect sudo configuration.

Understanding CVE-2020-25618

This CVE identifies a privilege escalation issue in SolarWinds N-Central 12.3.0.670.

What is CVE-2020-25618?

The vulnerability in SolarWinds N-Central 12.3.0.670 enables the nable web user account to run unrestricted OS commands with root privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2020-25618

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to execute commands as root, potentially leading to complete system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-25618

SolarWinds N-Central 12.3.0.670 vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The sudo configuration flaw permits the nable web user to execute any OS command as root without restrictions.

Affected Systems and Versions

System: SolarWinds N-Central 12.3.0.670
Versions: All versions are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

The nable web user can exploit the misconfigured sudo settings to gain root access and execute arbitrary commands.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2020-25618.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable the nable web user account if not essential.
Implement strict access controls and review sudo configurations.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch SolarWinds N-Central to fix vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits to identify and address potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by SolarWinds to address the sudo configuration vulnerability.