CVE-2020-9757 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-9757 affecting Craft CMS SEOmatic component before 3.3.0, allowing Server-Side Template Injection leading to Remote Code Execution. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures.
Craft CMS SEOmatic component before 3.3.0 allows Server-Side Template Injection leading to RCE via the metacontainers controller.
Understanding CVE-2020-9757
Craft CMS SEOmatic component vulnerability allowing RCE through Server-Side Template Injection.
What is CVE-2020-9757?
The SEOmatic component before version 3.3.0 for Craft CMS is susceptible to Server-Side Template Injection, enabling Remote Code Execution by exploiting malformed data in the metacontainers controller.
The Impact of CVE-2020-9757
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or system compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-9757
Craft CMS SEOmatic component vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
The issue in SEOmatic component before 3.3.0 for Craft CMS allows Server-Side Template Injection, which can be exploited to achieve Remote Code Execution by manipulating data in the metacontainers controller.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Craft CMS
- Vendor: N/A
- Versions Affected: All versions before 3.3.0
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by injecting malicious data into the metacontainers controller, triggering Server-Side Template Injection and potentially leading to Remote Code Execution.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2020-9757.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Craft CMS SEOmatic component to version 3.3.0 or newer to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Monitor for any unusual activities on the metacontainers controller.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software components to prevent known vulnerabilities.
- Implement strict input validation and output encoding to mitigate injection attacks.
- Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address potential security weaknesses.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly to ensure that systems are protected against known vulnerabilities.