CVE-2020-13851
HighExploitedPublic exploitArtica Pandora FMS 7.44 allows remote command execution via the events feature.
Published Jun 11, 2020 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-13851 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Pandora Fms (Pandorafms).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 8, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
91%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Artica Pandora FMS 7.44 allows remote command execution via the events feature.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 8, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Pandora FmsPandorafms | 7.44 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 11, 2020
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 8, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://www.coresecurity.com/advisories
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158390/Pandora-FMS-7.0-NG-7XX-Remote-Command-Execution.html
- exploitMSF pandora_fms_events_exec.rb
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploithttps://www.coresecurity.com/core-labs/advisories/pandora-fms-community-multiple-vulnerabilities
FAQ
Common Questions.
Artica Pandora FMS 7.44 allows remote command execution via the events feature.
Affected: Pandora Fms (Pandorafms) versions 7.44. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 8, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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