March 8, 2020 - GTechHub

A vulnerability in ManageEngine Desktop Central could allow for remote code execution. Desktop Central is a unified endpoint management solution that helps in managing servers, laptops, desktops, smartphones, and tablets from a central location. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow for remote code execution within the context of the SYSTEM. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. A vulnerability in ManageEngine Desktop Central could allow for remote code execution on affected installations (CVE-2020-10189). This issue occurs during deserialization of a specially crafted file due to improper input validation in the FileStorage class. An unauthenticated attacker can upload a malicious file and make a subsequent request to the uploaded file in order to trigger the malicious code. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow for remote code execution within the context of the SYSTEM. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. System affected Desktop Central 10 prior to 10.0.474 Recommendations We recommend the following actions be taken: Apply appropriate updates provided by ManageEngine to affected systems, immediately after appropriate testingApply the Principle of Least Privilege to all systems and servicesVerify no unauthorized system modifications have occurred on system before applying patchMonitor intrusion detection systems for any signs of anomalous activityUnless required, limit external network access to affected products

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Day: March 8, 2020

Vulnerability in ManageEngine Desktop Central Could Allow for Remote Code Execution