CVE-2009-1807

Unspecified vulnerability in Config.dll in Baofeng products 3.09.04.17 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the…

published May 28, 2009

CVSS
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EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky gap in Config.dll could let attackers remotely execute arbitrary code, like a rogue actor pulling strings behind the scenes! Think of this vulnerability as a stage door that the security team forgot to lock — with the right call to the backstage crew, anyone could waltz in and take over the performance! If exploited, this could lead to a complete takeover of the affected Baofeng products, allowing attackers to run arbitrary commands as if they were the legitimate user. The consequences can be absolutely devastating, possibly compromising sensitive data or system integrity!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability as a stage door that the security team forgot to lock — with the right call to the backstage crew, anyone could waltz in and take over the performance! This unspecified vulnerability in Config.dll affects versions 3.09.04.17 and earlier, enabling remote attackers to exploit the SetAttributeValue method to execute unauthorized commands.

What to do

If exploited, this could lead to a complete takeover of the affected Baofeng products, allowing attackers to run arbitrary commands as if they were the legitimate user. The consequences can be absolutely devastating, possibly compromising sensitive data or system integrity! To protect your systems, consider upgrading to a later version of the software that addresses this vulnerability. While there are no publicly reported exploits currently, keeping your systems patched is always a good defensive strategy! You've got this! Stay proactive with your updates and keep your security hero status activated! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07531 · 94.5th percentile
Published
2009-05-28T20:14Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 MAY 20:14Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Config.dll in Baofeng products 3.09.04.17 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the…
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