CVE-2021-45738

TOTOLINK X5000R v9.1.0u.6118_B20201102 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the function UploadFirmwareFile

published February 4, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky command injection lurks in TOTOLINK X5000R's firmware upload process! This means an attacker could execute arbitrary commands just by manipulating a parameter. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that accepts orders without checking the menu—someone could sneak in a request for something outrageous, like a side of chaos with that burger! With this vulnerability, an attacker could potentially take control of the device and execute commands at will, leading to a full system compromise. This could allow them to alter configurations, install malicious software, or even access sensitive information, making it a serious threat if left unpatched!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accepts orders without checking the menu—someone could sneak in a request for something outrageous, like a side of chaos with that burger! CVE-2021-45738 is a command injection vulnerability found in the UploadFirmwareFile function of the TOTOLINK X5000R router. By manipulating the FileName parameter, attackers can execute arbitrary commands on the system.

What to do

With this vulnerability, an attacker could potentially take control of the device and execute commands at will, leading to a full system compromise. This could allow them to alter configurations, install malicious software, or even access sensitive information, making it a serious threat if left unpatched! To protect your network, update your TOTOLINK X5000R to the latest firmware version available from the manufacturer. Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly to mitigate this risk. Additionally, consider monitoring device logs for any suspicious activity. 🛡️ You've got this! Patch up, stay vigilant, and you’ll keep your network secure! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04391 · 91.3th percentile
Published
2022-02-04T01:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 FEB 01:33Z
    TOTOLINK X5000R v9.1.0u.6118_B20201102 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the function UploadFirmwareFile
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