CVE-2022-37425: The FILES directive inside a VM template allows execution of uploaded files when the template is instantiated, resulting in a Remote Code Execution (RCE) attack.

Severity: critical (CVSS 9.8 v3.1)
Exploited in the wild: not listed in CISA KEV
EPSS: 1.6% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days
Public exploit or detection template: none known
Published: 2022-10-28 · updated 2026-06-17
Weakness: CWE-77

Description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in OpenNebula OpenNebula core on Linux allows Remote Code Inclusion.

Affected products

OpenNebula: before 6.4.2 — fixed in 6.4.2

How to fix

Upgrade to a fixed version: OpenNebula 6.4.2. Check the vendor advisory for mitigations.

References

https://opennebula.io/opennebula-6-4-2-ee-lts-maintenance-release-is-available/
https://opennebula.io/opennebula-6-4-2-ee-lts-maintenance-release-is-available/

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