CVE-2020-7237
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
37.1 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-10-05
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
Cacti 1.2.8 allows Remote Code Execution (by privileged users) via shell metacharacters in the Performance Boost Debug Log field of poller_automation.php. OS commands are executed when a new poller cycle begins. The attacker must be authenticated, and must have access to modify the Performance Settings of the product.
Technical details
- Published
- 2020-01-20
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2020-7237?
Cacti 1.2.8 allows Remote Code Execution (by privileged users) via shell metacharacters in the Performance Boost Debug Log field of poller_automation.php. OS commands are executed when a new poller cycle begins. The attacker must be authenticated, and must have access to modify the Performance Settings of the product.
Is CVE-2020-7237 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2020-7237 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 37.1% on 2026-10-05, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-7237?
CVE-2020-7237 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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