CVE-2008-6954: The web interface (CobblerWeb) in Cobbler before 1.2.9 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitra...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CobblerWeb in Cobbler before 1.2.9 let authenticated web users run arbitrary Python code through editable Cheetah kickstart templates. For organizations using Cobbler to provision systems, compromise could affect infrastructure automation and downstream server builds. Exposure is most likely where legacy Cobbler deployments have CobblerWeb enabled and allow users to edit kickstart templates. The source bundle does not identify specific operating systems beyond Fedora package advisories or provide CPE-level affected product data. Prioritize remediation if CobblerWeb manages production provisioning or broad server build workflows. The issue requires authentication, but successful misuse could affect infrastructure control paths and trusted automation outputs. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Cobbler to 1.2.9 or later where applicable.; Check Fedora or vendor advisories for package-specific remediation guidance.; Restrict CobblerWeb access to trusted administrative users..

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Jun 28, 2026, 10:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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