CVE-2024-22120: zabbix Input Validation Flaw

Description

Zabbix server can perform command execution for configured scripts. After command is executed, audit entry is added to "Audit Log". Due to "clientip" field is not sanitized, it is possible to injection SQL into "clientip" and exploit time based blind SQL injection.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-20 Improper Input Validation

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
zabbix	zabbix	6.0.0 — 6.0.28
zabbix	zabbix	6.4.0 — 6.4.13
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All
zabbix	zabbix	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-24505 https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-24505

Exploits

https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-24505 https://support.zabbix.com/browse/ZBX-24505

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-22120? +

Zabbix server can perform command execution for configured scripts. After command is executed, audit entry is added to "Audit Log". Due to "clientip" field is not sanitized, it is possible to injection SQL into "clientip" and exploit time based blind SQL injection. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-22120? +

CVE-2024-22120 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.1 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-22120? +

CVE-2024-22120 affects products from zabbix, specifically: zabbix. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-22120? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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