This module exploits a SQL injection and command injection vulnerability in MicroFocus Secure Messaging Gateway. An unauthenticated user can execute a terminal command under the context of the web user. One of the user supplied parameters of API endpoint is used by the application without input validation and/or parameter binding, which leads to SQL injection vulnerability. Successfully exploiting this vulnerability gives a ability to add new user onto system. manage_domains_dkim_keygen_request.php endpoint is responsible for executing an operation system command. It's not possible to access this endpoint without having a valid session. Combining these vulnerabilities gives the opportunity execute operation system commands under the context of the web user.
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To display the available options, load the module within the Metasploit console and run the commands 'show options' or 'show advanced':
msf > use exploit/linux/http/microfocus_secure_messaging_gateway
msf exploit(microfocus_secure_messaging_gateway) > show targets
...targets...
msf exploit(microfocus_secure_messaging_gateway) > set TARGET < target-id >
msf exploit(microfocus_secure_messaging_gateway) > show options
...show and set options...
msf exploit(microfocus_secure_messaging_gateway) > exploit
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