CVE-2019-20049

An issue was discovered on Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 4760 devices

published December 27, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
13%
Percentile
96.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ An unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit a sneaky file upload flaw on Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 4760 devices! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a delivery driver who not only has access to the loading dock but also the ability to swap out packages without anyone checking the contents. This is exactly how the directory traversal and insecure upload work together, allowing attackers to sneak in malicious code undetected! If exploited, an attacker could gain SYSTEM-level access, which means they could run any command on the device, potentially leading to a complete takeover. This could compromise sensitive data and disrupt services, making it a significant threat to network integrity!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery driver who not only has access to the loading dock but also the ability to swap out packages without anyone checking the contents. This is exactly how the directory traversal and insecure upload work together, allowing attackers to sneak in malicious code undetected! This vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to exploit a directory traversal flaw in the __construct() function and an insecure file upload in SetSkinImages(), achieving remote code execution with SYSTEM privileges.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain SYSTEM-level access, which means they could run any command on the device, potentially leading to a complete takeover. This could compromise sensitive data and disrupt services, making it a significant threat to network integrity! To remediate this vulnerability, ensure that your devices are updated with the latest firmware that addresses this issue. Additionally, implement strict validation checks for uploaded files and review access controls for critical functions. You've got this! With the right updates and precautions, you can keep your systems secure and safe! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.12805 ยท 96.3th percentile
Published
2019-12-27T18:18Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 DEC 18:18Z
    An issue was discovered on Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 4760 devices
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