CVE-2012-4249

The Amazon Lab126 com.lab126.system sendEvent implementation on the Kindle Touch before 5.1.2 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands…

published August 12, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty implementation flaw on Kindle Touch before version 5.1.2 allows attackers to slip in arbitrary commands — think of it as a sneaky backdoor to the device! 🔥 This vulnerability is like a hotel that lets guests change their room keys without verification — any rogue guest could waltz into any room and cause chaos! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the Kindle Touch, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the device. Although this may sound like a low-key issue, the implications could be quite serious if sensitive information is accessed or altered!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a hotel that lets guests change their room keys without verification — any rogue guest could waltz into any room and cause chaos! The exploit hinges on a flaw in the sendEvent implementation of the com.lab126.system, allowing attackers to leverage shell metacharacters in a string to execute unwanted commands.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the Kindle Touch, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the device. Although this may sound like a low-key issue, the implications could be quite serious if sensitive information is accessed or altered! Make sure to update your Kindle Touch to version 5.1.2 or later to patch this vulnerability. Regularly checking for software updates is essential for keeping your device secure. 🔒 You've got this! Update your Kindle and stay one step ahead of the attackers! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03722 · 89.7th percentile
Published
2012-08-12T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 AUG 17:00Z
    The Amazon Lab126 com.lab126.system sendEvent implementation on the Kindle Touch before 5.1.2 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary commands…
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