CVE-2024-46489 in promptr
Summary
by MITRE • 09/25/2024
A remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability in promptr v6.0.7 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted URL.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/03/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-46489 represents a critical remote command execution flaw in the promptr application version 6.0.7. This security weakness enables malicious actors to remotely execute arbitrary commands on affected systems through the manipulation of a specially crafted URL. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the application's URL processing functionality, creating a pathway for attackers to inject and execute malicious code without requiring authentication or privileged access. The affected software likely processes user-supplied URL parameters without adequate filtering, allowing command injection payloads to be interpreted and executed by the underlying system shell.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a malicious URL containing command injection sequences that are subsequently processed by the vulnerable promptr application. This flaw aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-94 categories, which specifically address command injection vulnerabilities and code execution flaws in software applications. The vulnerability operates at the application layer where user input flows directly into system command execution contexts, violating fundamental security principles of input sanitization and privilege separation. Attackers can leverage this weakness to gain full control over the affected system, potentially leading to data exfiltration, system compromise, or lateral movement within network environments.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-46489 extends beyond immediate system compromise, as it provides attackers with persistent access to target environments and enables advanced persistent threat campaigns. This vulnerability affects organizations that deploy promptr v6.0.7 in production environments, potentially exposing sensitive data and critical infrastructure to unauthorized access. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers can initiate attacks from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the target network. This characteristic makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous as it can be exploited at scale and often remains undetected for extended periods. The vulnerability also poses risks to network integrity and availability, as successful exploitation can lead to system downtime, data corruption, or complete system compromise.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-46489 should focus on immediate patching of the affected promptr application to version 6.0.8 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. Organizations should implement network-level restrictions and web application firewalls to monitor and block suspicious URL patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Input validation and sanitization measures should be enhanced to prevent command injection payloads from being processed by the application. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by ensuring that the application runs with minimal required permissions and that command execution capabilities are properly restricted. Security monitoring should be implemented to detect unusual command execution patterns and unauthorized access attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in other applications within the organization's attack surface, following ATT&CK framework guidance for command and control operations and privilege escalation techniques.