CVE-2016-1524

Multiple unrestricted file upload vulnerabilities in NETGEAR Management System NMS300 1.5.0.11 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java…

published February 13, 2016

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.8th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
94%
Percentile
99.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Multiple unrestricted file uploads could lead to remote code execution! This vulnerability in NETGEAR Management System NMS300 allows attackers to upload malicious JSP files with just a sneaky submission. 🔥 Think of it like a pizza delivery service that lets anyone drop off a pizza without checking for the actual order. An attacker could send a pizza loaded with malware instead of pepperoni, and the unsuspecting restaurant might serve it up without a second thought! An attacker could upload arbitrary Java code and execute it on the server, gaining control over the system. This means they could manipulate sensitive data, disrupt services, or worse, turning your network management system into a playground for malicious activities! Absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this system!

Put simply

Think of it like a pizza delivery service that lets anyone drop off a pizza without checking for the actual order. An attacker could send a pizza loaded with malware instead of pepperoni, and the unsuspecting restaurant might serve it up without a second thought! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to exploit file upload functionality in the NMS300 by uploading JSP files, which can then be executed through a crafted request to a null URI, leading to remote code execution.

What to do

An attacker could upload arbitrary Java code and execute it on the server, gaining control over the system. This means they could manipulate sensitive data, disrupt services, or worse, turning your network management system into a playground for malicious activities! Absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this system! To protect against this vulnerability, immediately patch to the latest version of NETGEAR Management System. Additionally, implement strict controls on file uploads to ensure only legitimate file types are accepted. Regularly review and audit your system configurations to prevent future vulnerabilities. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll strengthen your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.94104 · 99.8th percentile
Published
2016-02-13T02:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 FEB 02:00Z
    Multiple unrestricted file upload vulnerabilities in NETGEAR Management System NMS300 1.5.0.11 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java…
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