CVE-2024-5023 in ConsoleMe
Summary
by MITRE • 05/16/2024
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in Netflix ConsoleMe allows Command Injection.This issue affects ConsoleMe: before 1.4.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/16/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-5023 represents a critical command injection flaw within Netflix's ConsoleMe access management system. This security weakness stems from insufficient validation and sanitization of user-supplied input that is subsequently incorporated into system commands without proper neutralization. The affected ConsoleMe version prior to 1.4.0 demonstrates a failure in input processing mechanisms that allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary commands through carefully crafted input parameters.
This command injection vulnerability operates at the core of ConsoleMe's command execution functionality where user input intended for legitimate operational purposes becomes a vector for unauthorized command execution. The flaw specifically manifests when the application fails to properly escape or sanitize special characters and command delimiters that could alter the intended execution flow of system commands. Attackers can leverage this weakness to execute arbitrary code on the underlying system, potentially gaining full administrative control over the ConsoleMe environment and its associated access controls.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-5023 extends beyond simple command execution, as it fundamentally compromises the integrity and security posture of Netflix's access management infrastructure. Given that ConsoleMe serves as a critical component for managing access to various Netflix services and resources, successful exploitation could enable attackers to escalate privileges, access sensitive data, modify access controls, and potentially disrupt service availability. The vulnerability's severity is compounded by the fact that it affects the core authentication and authorization mechanisms that protect Netflix's extensive infrastructure.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-88 categories within the Common Weakness Enumeration framework, specifically addressing improper neutralization of special elements used in command contexts. From an adversarial perspective, this flaw maps directly to ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter, representing a classic path to privilege escalation and system compromise. The attack surface is particularly concerning given ConsoleMe's role in managing access to critical Netflix infrastructure components.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-5023 require immediate implementation of input validation and sanitization measures across all user-facing interfaces within ConsoleMe. Organizations should enforce strict parameter validation, implement proper command escaping mechanisms, and adopt secure coding practices that prevent direct command construction from user input. The most effective remediation involves upgrading to ConsoleMe version 1.4.0 or later, which includes comprehensive fixes for command injection vulnerabilities. Additionally, implementing network segmentation, access controls, and monitoring solutions can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts while maintaining operational security posture.