CVE-2020-10250

BWA DiREX-Pro 1.2181 devices allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the PKG parameter to uninstall.php3

published March 9, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty command injection flaw in BWA DiREX-Pro devices lets attackers run arbitrary OS commands through a single vulnerable parameter! 🔥 Think of the PKG parameter as a restaurant order that allows unexpected instructions. If the kitchen accepts any note without checking, it could lead to a recipe disaster, serving up chaos instead of your meal! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any commands on the operating system remotely, potentially gaining control of the device. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even complete system compromise. It’s like leaving the back door wide open for unwanted guests!

Put simply

Think of the PKG parameter as a restaurant order that allows unexpected instructions. If the kitchen accepts any note without checking, it could lead to a recipe disaster, serving up chaos instead of your meal! This vulnerability arises from improper handling of input in the PKG parameter of the uninstall.php3 script, allowing attackers to inject and execute arbitrary OS commands on the server.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any commands on the operating system remotely, potentially gaining control of the device. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or even complete system compromise. It’s like leaving the back door wide open for unwanted guests! To secure your BWA DiREX-Pro devices, ensure that you apply any available firmware updates immediately. Additionally, sanitize and validate all inputs to the uninstall.php3 script to prevent command injection risks. Regularly audit your configurations to safeguard against similar issues in the future. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll make your devices much more secure in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02629 · 85.4th percentile
Published
2020-03-09T18:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 MAR 18:55Z
    BWA DiREX-Pro 1.2181 devices allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the PKG parameter to uninstall.php3
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