CVE-2021-38484CWE-434

InHand Networks IR615 Router

Critical · published October 19, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A shocking oversight in InHand Networks IR615 Router could let an attacker masquerading as an admin upload malicious files — no filter in sight! 🔥 Think of it as a hotel where anyone with a staff badge can sneak in whatever they want, like an unvetted guest dropping off a mysterious package in the lobby. Without proper checks, that package could be anything from harmless snacks to a ticking time bomb! If exploited, an attacker could wreak absolute havoc — think cross-site scripting attacks, deletion of critical system files, or even total remote code execution! This means the bad guys could potentially take control of your router and your network, leading to devastating consequences.

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel where anyone with a staff badge can sneak in whatever they want, like an unvetted guest dropping off a mysterious package in the lobby. Without proper checks, that package could be anything from harmless snacks to a ticking time bomb! The vulnerability in versions 2.3.0.r4724 and 2.3.0.r4870 stems from a lack of file upload filtering or signature checks, allowing malicious uploads by users with administrative privileges.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could wreak absolute havoc — think cross-site scripting attacks, deletion of critical system files, or even total remote code execution! This means the bad guys could potentially take control of your router and your network, leading to devastating consequences. Immediately patch your InHand Networks IR615 Router to the latest version to close this exploit. Regularly audit your access controls to ensure that only legitimate administrators can log in and upload files to the server. Stay alert for any suspicious activities! You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll be on your way to securing your router in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02762 · 86.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2021-10-19T12:11Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 OCT 12:11Z
    InHand Networks IR615 Router
    cvelistv5