CVE-2023-27224
Nginx Proxy Manager vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

An issue found in NginxProxyManager v.2.9.19 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code via a lua script to the configuration file (NVD, CVE). The vulnerability was discovered and reported in March 2023.

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 9.8 CRITICAL with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The issue is classified as CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to complete system compromise with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Users should upgrade from the affected version (v.2.9.19) to a patched version of NginxProxyManager. The vulnerability has been addressed in subsequent releases (NPM Repository).

Additional resources


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