CVE-2024-51243 in eladmin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/30/2024
The eladmin v2.7 and before contains a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that can control all application deployment servers of this management system via DeployController.java.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/31/2024
The CVE-2024-51243 vulnerability represents a critical remote code execution flaw within the eladmin management system version 2.7 and earlier. This vulnerability specifically targets the DeployController.java component which serves as the primary interface for application deployment operations within the system. The flaw allows attackers to gain complete control over all deployment servers managed by this system, potentially enabling them to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the deployment service. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the deployment controller, creating an attack surface where malicious payloads can be injected and executed without proper authorization.
This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-74 and CWE-94 within the Common Weakness Enumeration framework, representing weaknesses in input validation that lead to code injection. The attack vector operates through the deployment controller interface where user-supplied parameters are not properly validated or sanitized before being processed. Attackers can exploit this by crafting malicious input that gets interpreted as executable code within the deployment context, effectively bypassing normal security controls and authorization mechanisms. The severity is amplified by the fact that the deployment controller typically operates with elevated privileges necessary for system-level operations, making successful exploitation particularly dangerous.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple unauthorized access. An attacker who successfully exploits CVE-2024-51243 can execute arbitrary commands on all deployment servers managed by eladmin, potentially leading to complete system compromise. This includes the ability to install malware, modify system configurations, exfiltrate sensitive data, or disrupt deployment operations. The vulnerability affects the entire deployment infrastructure, meaning that any application or service that relies on this management system for deployment operations becomes vulnerable. Organizations using eladmin v2.7 or earlier may face significant operational disruption and potential data breaches if this vulnerability is exploited.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-51243 should prioritize immediate remediation through the upgrade to eladmin version 2.8 or later, which contains the necessary security patches addressing the input validation flaws. Network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit exposure of the deployment controller interface to trusted networks only. Additionally, organizations should conduct thorough security assessments of their deployment infrastructure to identify any potential compromise. The implementation of web application firewalls and input validation controls can provide additional layers of protection. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability aligns with T1059.001 (Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell) and T1059.007 (Command and Scripting Interpreter: Python) techniques, as attackers may leverage the RCE capability to execute various command line tools and scripts. Regular security monitoring and log analysis should be enhanced to detect anomalous deployment activities that may indicate exploitation attempts.