CVE-2023-51644 Allegra SiteConfigAction Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on Allegra installations without authentication due to improper access control in Struts configuration.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-51644?

CVE-2023-51644 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in Allegra, published on 22 Nov 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Allegra SiteConfigAction Improper Access Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Allegra. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the configuration of Struts. The issue results from improper access control. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of LOCAL SERVICE. Was ZDI-CAN-22512.

Weakness: CWE-284

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-51644?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Alltena Allegra.

How do I fix CVE-2023-51644?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-51644 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2023-51644 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-51644 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-qqcr-x579-7pxp.

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