CVE-2014-5340 Deserialization in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code in Check_MK via unsafe deserialization of crafted serialized objects in the wato component.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2014-5340?
CVE-2014-5340 is a critical unsafe deserialization vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Sep 2014. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
The wato component in Check_MK before 1.2.4p4 and 1.2.5 before 1.2.5i4 uses the pickle Python module unsafely, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted serialized object, related to an automation URL.
Weakness: CWE-94
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-5340?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Check Mk Project Check Mk.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5340?
Upgrade to a fixed version.
Upgrade, and only deserialise data from trusted sources or with an allow-list of types. More about Unsafe deserialization.
Is CVE-2014-5340 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-5340 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-5396-497v-5r3r.