CVE-2018-25122 Details
Description
Nagios XI versions prior to 5.4.13 contain a remote code execution vulnerability in the Component Download page. The download/import handler used unsafe command construction with attacker-controlled input and lacked sufficient validation and output encoding, allowing an authenticated user to inject commands or otherwise execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the application service.
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Nagios XI versions prior to 5.4.13, specifically within the Component Download page. The vulnerability arises from the download/import handler, which employed unsafe command construction that allowed for command injection. This flaw enabled authenticated users to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the application service, due to inadequate validation and output encoding of user-controlled input.
Users can upgrade to Nagios XI version 5.4.13 or later to address this vulnerability.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Oct 31, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.nagios.com/changelog/nagios-xi/ | [email protected] | Release Notes |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nagios-xi-component-download-page-rce | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-78 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| nagios nagios xi | < 5.4.13 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 5, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 30, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |