CVE-2020-28908 : Security Advisory and Response

Command Injection in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier allows for Privilege Escalation to nagios.

Understanding CVE-2020-28908

Command Injection vulnerability in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier versions can lead to Privilege Escalation to nagios.

What is CVE-2020-28908?

CVE-2020-28908 is a Command Injection vulnerability found in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier versions, enabling attackers to escalate privileges to nagios.

The Impact of CVE-2020-28908

This vulnerability allows threat actors to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the Nagios system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-28908

Command Injection vulnerability in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier versions.

Vulnerability Description

Command Injection vulnerability in Nagios Fusion 4.1.8 and earlier versions.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Nagios Fusion
Vendor: Nagios
Versions affected: 4.1.8 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious commands, leading to Privilege Escalation to nagios.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent CVE-2020-28908

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Nagios Fusion to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and applications.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to mitigate known vulnerabilities and enhance system security.