CVE-2026-67599 in ClearOS
Summary
by MITRE • 08/03/2026
ClearOS 7.9 contains an OS command injection vulnerability in the Log Viewer component that allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands by submitting unsanitized input through the filter parameter, which is interpolated directly into a shell command in File.php. Attackers can inject command substitution payloads into the filter parameter to execute arbitrary commands as the webconfig user, and due to extensive NOPASSWD sudo privileges granted to that user by default, immediately escalate to root.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/03/2026
The ClearOS 7.9 operating system presents a critical operating system command injection vulnerability within its Log Viewer component that fundamentally compromises system integrity and security posture. This vulnerability exists in the File.php script where user-supplied input from the filter parameter undergoes insufficient sanitization before being directly interpolated into shell commands without proper escaping or validation mechanisms. The flaw represents a classic command injection weakness that enables authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands through carefully crafted payloads submitted via the web interface.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability follows a well-defined pattern where attackers submit malicious input containing command substitution syntax such as semicolons, pipes, or backticks directly into the filter parameter field. When the application processes this unsanitized input, it passes the value directly to shell execution functions without proper input validation or sanitization, creating an immediate opportunity for arbitrary code execution. The webconfig user context provides a critical attack vector since this user typically possesses extensive system privileges that extend beyond normal operational requirements.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends far beyond simple command execution due to the default configuration granting NOPASSWD sudo privileges to the webconfig user account. This privilege escalation mechanism allows attackers who successfully execute commands as webconfig to immediately elevate their privileges to root without requiring additional authentication or credential compromise. The combination of authenticated access requirements with automatic privilege escalation creates a highly dangerous attack scenario that can result in complete system compromise and persistent backdoor establishment.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-78, which specifically addresses OS Command Injection flaws in software systems, and demonstrates how insufficient input validation combined with excessive user privileges creates a severe security risk. From an adversarial perspective, this weakness maps directly to ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter execution, while also supporting privilege escalation pathways through T1068 for local privilege escalation techniques. The vulnerability represents a critical gap in the principle of least privilege implementation within the ClearOS environment.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including input validation and sanitization measures to prevent direct shell command interpolation with user-supplied data. The recommended approach involves proper parameter escaping, input filtering, and implementing proper access controls that restrict the webconfig user's sudo privileges to only essential administrative functions. Additionally, network segmentation and monitoring of log file access patterns can help detect potential exploitation attempts. Regular security audits should verify that privilege assignments align with operational requirements and that all system components undergo proper input validation testing before deployment in production environments.