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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2020-8218
CVE-2020-8218:
Ivanti Connect Secure vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A code injection vulnerability (CVE-2020-8218) was discovered in Pulse Connect Secure versions prior to 9.1R8. The vulnerability exists in the admin web interface, allowing an attacker to craft a URI to perform arbitrary code execution (CVE Mitre, NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability resides in the downloadlicenses.cgi file of the admin portal, where a user-controlled variable ($authCode) is passed directly to a system command without proper sanitization. While the system function call has been hardened to prevent arbitrary payload execution, the vulnerability can still be exploited through specific bypass techniques (GoSecure Blog).
Impact
If successfully exploited, the vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system with administrative privileges. This could lead to complete system compromise and potential access to sensitive information (The Register).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability has been patched in Pulse Connect Secure version 9.1R8. Organizations are strongly advised to upgrade to this version or later to protect against potential exploitation (GoSecure Blog).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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