CVE-2019-6288

Edgecore ECS2020 Firmware 1.0.0.0 devices allow Unauthenticated Command Injection via the command1 HTTP header to the /EXCU_SHELL URI

published September 22, 2021

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A single unauthenticated command sent via the HTTP header can exploit Edgecore ECS2020 devices! This vulnerability could give attackers the keys to your device without breaking a sweat. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place an order without being checked in โ€” an open invitation to swap out the chef's special for a dish nobody wants! An attacker could send commands to the device, potentially gaining control and executing malicious actions without needing any prior authentication โ€” an absolute disaster for device integrity and security! They could misconfigure settings, disrupt operations, or even access sensitive information.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where anyone can place an order without being checked in โ€” an open invitation to swap out the chef's special for a dish nobody wants! This flaw allows for command injection through the command1 HTTP header sent to the /EXCU_SHELL URI, meaning that an attacker can manipulate the device's functionality without any authentication.

What to do

An attacker could send commands to the device, potentially gaining control and executing malicious actions without needing any prior authentication โ€” an absolute disaster for device integrity and security! They could misconfigure settings, disrupt operations, or even access sensitive information. To mitigate this vulnerability, update the Edgecore ECS2020 firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer. Additionally, ensure that proper authentication mechanisms are in place to block unauthorized access to critical command functions. You've got this! With a quick firmware update, you can secure your devices and protect your network. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02956 ยท 87.1th percentile
Published
2021-09-22T16:38Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 16:38Z
    Edgecore ECS2020 Firmware 1.0.0.0 devices allow Unauthenticated Command Injection via the command1 HTTP header to the /EXCU_SHELL URI
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