CVE-2021-36707

In ProLink PRC2402M V1.0.18 and older, the set_ledonoff function in the adm.cgi binary, accessible with a page parameter value of ledonoff contains a trivial…

published August 6, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky command injection lurks in the ProLink PRC2402M! Just a little mischief in the `set_ledonoff` function could let attackers run arbitrary commands. 💣 Think of it like having a remote control that not only turns on your lights but also allows anyone to change the channel or mess with your settings without you knowing — a super handy tool that could instead cause chaos if misused! With this vulnerability, an attacker could exploit the `led_cmd` parameter to execute arbitrary commands on your device. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or worse, turning your smart device against you!

Put simply

Think of it like having a remote control that not only turns on your lights but also allows anyone to change the channel or mess with your settings without you knowing — a super handy tool that could instead cause chaos if misused! This command injection occurs because the `led_cmd` parameter is passed directly to the `do_system` function without proper validation or sanitization, allowing malicious code to be executed on the server.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could exploit the `led_cmd` parameter to execute arbitrary commands on your device. This could lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or worse, turning your smart device against you! To fix this, ensure that you update to ProLink PRC2402M version 1.0.19 or later, where this vulnerability has been addressed. Additionally, review your parameter handling to sanitize all user inputs effectively. You’ve got this! By patching and tightening up your input validation, you’ll boost your security and keep your devices safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02621 · 85.3th percentile
Published
2021-08-06T13:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 AUG 13:19Z
    In ProLink PRC2402M V1.0.18 and older, the set_ledonoff function in the adm.cgi binary, accessible with a page parameter value of ledonoff contains a trivial…
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