CVE-2021-38306

Network Attached Storage on LG N1T1*** 10124 devices allows an unauthenticated attacker to gain root access via OS command injection in the…

published August 24, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
9%
Percentile
95.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty command injection flaw is lurking in LG N1T1*** 10124 devices! An attacker can gain root access without breaking a sweat—no authentication required! 🌪️ Think of this like a hotel that leaves the front door wide open, welcoming anyone to stroll right in and crash in the luxury suites without a reservation. With just the right command, an attacker can commandeer the entire system! This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated intruder to execute arbitrary commands, leading to full root access. Imagine a stranger rifling through your personal belongings and having the freedom to change the locks or throw a party without your consent!

Put simply

Think of this like a hotel that leaves the front door wide open, welcoming anyone to stroll right in and crash in the luxury suites without a reservation. With just the right command, an attacker can commandeer the entire system! The issue resides in the en/ajp/plugins/access.ssh/checkInstall.php script, where an attacker can inject OS commands through the destServer parameter without needing to authenticate, making it a cakewalk for even the least skilled attackers.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated intruder to execute arbitrary commands, leading to full root access. Imagine a stranger rifling through your personal belongings and having the freedom to change the locks or throw a party without your consent! To safeguard your devices, check for any available firmware updates from LG and apply them immediately. Additionally, review your configurations to ensure that command input is properly sanitized to prevent injection attacks. 🛡️ You've got this! With a little vigilance and action, you can keep your devices secure and your digital front door locked! 🔒😄

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.08955 · 95.2th percentile
Published
2021-08-24T12:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 AUG 12:33Z
    Network Attached Storage on LG N1T1*** 10124 devices allows an unauthenticated attacker to gain root access via OS command injection in the…
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