CVE-2024-54448 in Community
Summary
by MITRE • 03/14/2025
The Automation Scripting functionality can be exploited by attackers to run arbitrary system commands on the underlying operating system. An account with administrator privileges or that has been explicitly granted access to use Automation Scripting is needed to carry out the attack. Exploitation of this vulnerability would allow an attacker to run commands of their choosing on the underlying operating system of the web server running LogicalDOC.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/07/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-54448 represents a critical command injection flaw within the Automation Scripting functionality of LogicalDOC document management software. This weakness stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms that permit malicious actors to inject and execute arbitrary system commands through the web interface. The vulnerability specifically affects the web server component running LogicalDOC, creating a direct pathway for remote code execution when proper authentication credentials are obtained. The flaw exists within the software's scripting engine that processes automation requests, failing to properly separate user input from executable code segments.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability requires an attacker to possess either administrative privileges or explicit authorization to utilize the Automation Scripting feature. This access requirement creates a privileged escalation scenario where existing administrative credentials can be leveraged to bypass standard security controls. The underlying operating system commands are executed with the privileges of the web server process, which typically runs with elevated permissions to perform document management operations. This presents a significant risk as the compromised web server can potentially access sensitive data, modify system configurations, or establish persistence mechanisms within the target environment. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-94 categories, representing command injection and code injection flaws respectively, which are commonly exploited in web application attacks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple remote code execution to encompass potential system compromise and data exfiltration. Attackers can leverage the executed commands to enumerate system resources, install backdoors, or pivot to other systems within the network. The web server environment becomes a potential foothold for lateral movement attacks, particularly in enterprise environments where LogicalDOC may be integrated with other systems. This vulnerability can be exploited through various attack vectors including direct web interface manipulation or through automated tools that can identify and abuse the scripting functionality. The risk is amplified when administrative accounts are compromised through credential theft or weak authentication practices, as demonstrated in numerous ATT&CK framework techniques related to privilege escalation and persistence.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-54448 should focus on immediate access control enforcement and input validation improvements. Organizations must ensure that only authorized personnel have access to the Automation Scripting functionality and implement strict role-based access controls to limit exposure. Regular security audits should verify that administrative accounts follow principle of least privilege, with separate accounts for routine operations versus administrative tasks. The software should be updated to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability through proper input sanitization and command execution restrictions. Network segmentation can limit the blast radius of successful exploitation, while monitoring systems should be deployed to detect unusual command execution patterns. Security awareness training for administrators can help prevent credential compromise, and regular penetration testing should validate that the implemented controls effectively prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.