MaxKB RCE vulnerability in function library (CVE-2024-56137)
A Remote Command Execution vulnerability in MaxKB's function library module allowed privileged users to execute operating system commands in custom scripts. The vulnerability affected versions prior to v1.9.0 and was patched in that release.
What happened
A Remote Command Execution vulnerability was discovered in MaxKB's function library module, affecting versions prior to v1.9.0. The vulnerability allows privileged users to execute operating system commands in custom scripts.
Reported impact
The vulnerability allows privileged users to execute OS commands, with potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems running affected versions.
Index analysis
The CVSS v3.1 score of 6.8 (Moderate severity) reflects high privileges required for exploitation and required user interaction. Attack vector is network-based with low attack complexity.
Governance controls
The vulnerability was fixed in version v1.9.0, with the system returning 'Permission denied' after patching.
Classification
Sources and evidence
This record was researched and written by the Index, based on the following original reporting.