CVE-2021-46560

The firmware on Moxa TN-5900 devices through 3.1 allows command injection that could lead to device damage

published January 26, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty command injection vulnerability lurks in the firmware of Moxa TN-5900 devices, and it could lead to device damage! 🔥 Think of it like a faulty remote control that sends unintended commands to your TV. If it gets the wrong signal, it could turn off the power, change channels, or even fry the circuitry! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to send malicious commands to the device, potentially causing it to malfunction or become permanently damaged. The consequences could be frustrating and costly, especially if your critical systems rely on these devices functioning properly!

Put simply

Think of it like a faulty remote control that sends unintended commands to your TV. If it gets the wrong signal, it could turn off the power, change channels, or even fry the circuitry! This vulnerability in Moxa TN-5900 firmware allows unauthorized command injection, which could manipulate device operation or lead to serious hardware issues.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to send malicious commands to the device, potentially causing it to malfunction or become permanently damaged. The consequences could be frustrating and costly, especially if your critical systems rely on these devices functioning properly! To protect your systems, check for the latest firmware updates from Moxa and apply them immediately. Disable any unnecessary services to reduce risk, and consider implementing network segmentation to limit exposure. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you can keep your devices secure and running smoothly! ✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03586 · 89.4th percentile
Published
2022-01-26T01:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 JAN 01:10Z
    The firmware on Moxa TN-5900 devices through 3.1 allows command injection that could lead to device damage
    cvelistv5