CVE-2021-21890CWE-121

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Web Manager FsBrowseClean functionality of Lantronix PremierWave 2050 8.9.0.0R4 (in QEMU)

Critical · published December 22, 2021

CVSS v3.0
9.1
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A stack-based buffer overflow in the Web Manager FsBrowseClean function could let attackers run wild! Just one crafty HTTP request can open the door to full remote code execution. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves a back door wide open. An eager food critic (the attacker) can stroll in, whip up whatever dish they want, and serve it to unsuspecting diners, all while looking totally legitimate. If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over the system, executing any code they wish. This means they could potentially steal sensitive information, modify configurations, or even bring down the entire service. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for any network running this version!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef accidentally leaves a back door wide open. An eager food critic (the attacker) can stroll in, whip up whatever dish they want, and serve it to unsuspecting diners, all while looking totally legitimate. This vulnerability arises from a stack-based buffer overflow in the `deletedir` function of the Web Manager, allowing an authenticated user to send a specially crafted HTTP request that triggers the overflow, leading to remote code execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain complete control over the system, executing any code they wish. This means they could potentially steal sensitive information, modify configurations, or even bring down the entire service. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for any network running this version! To mitigate this risk, immediately update to version 8.9.0.0R5 or later. Ensure that your network is properly segmented and consider tightening authentication measures to limit who can send HTTP requests. Don't leave any doors unlocked! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll be one step closer to securing your environment. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03087 · 87.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-121 · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Published
2021-12-22T18:06Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 DEC 18:06Z
    A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Web Manager FsBrowseClean functionality of Lantronix PremierWave 2050 8.9.0.0R4 (in QEMU)
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