CVE-2021-40643 : Security Advisory and Response

EyesOfNetwork before 07-07-2021 has a Remote Code Execution vulnerability on the mail options configuration page, allowing the execution of arbitrary commands. It affects the "sendmail" application in the "cacti" configuration page.

Understanding CVE-2021-40643

This CVE involves a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in EyesOfNetwork before July 7, 2021, on the mail options configuration page.

What is CVE-2021-40643?

The vulnerability allows the execution of any command in the "sendmail" application in the "cacti" configuration page.

The Impact of CVE-2021-40643

The vulnerability could be exploited to execute arbitrary commands, posing a significant security risk to affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2021-40643

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in EyesOfNetwork before 07-07-2021 enables Remote Code Execution on the mail options configuration page, specifically targeting the "sendmail" application in the "cacti" configuration page.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute any command in the "sendmail" application via the mail options configuration page, leading to unauthorized command execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2021-40643 requires immediate action and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update EyesOfNetwork to the latest version that contains a patch for the vulnerability.
Restrict access to the mail options configuration page to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit system logs for any suspicious activities.
Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply official patches or updates provided by EyesOfNetwork to mitigate the vulnerability effectively.