CVE-2022-21178CWE-78

An os command injection vulnerability exists in the confsrv ucloud_add_new_node functionality of TCL LinkHub Mesh Wifi MS1G_00_01.00_14

Critical · published August 5, 2022

CVSS v3.0
9.6
EPSS
4%
Percentile
90.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A cleverly crafted network packet is your ticket to chaos! This vulnerability lets attackers execute arbitrary commands in TCL LinkHub Mesh Wifi, like having a master key to the entire network. 🔥 Think of it like a delivery person who can drop off a rogue package at your house, and that package can instruct your security system to open the front door. If no one checks what's inside, you could be letting the wrong crowd in! An attacker can send that malicious packet and unleash a devastating barrage of commands on your system, potentially taking control of your entire network. This means unauthorized access, data leaks, or even complete device takeover — it's a security nightmare waiting to happen!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery person who can drop off a rogue package at your house, and that package can instruct your security system to open the front door. If no one checks what's inside, you could be letting the wrong crowd in! This OS command injection vulnerability in the confsrv ucloud_add_new_node function allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands through specially crafted network packets directed at the TCL LinkHub Mesh Wifi.

What to do

An attacker can send that malicious packet and unleash a devastating barrage of commands on your system, potentially taking control of your entire network. This means unauthorized access, data leaks, or even complete device takeover — it's a security nightmare waiting to happen! Immediate action is crucial: patch your LinkHub to the latest firmware version to close this vulnerability. Regularly audit your network for suspicious packet activities and ensure strong access controls are in place. Don't wait for trouble to knock! You've got this! Stay proactive and your network will be fortified in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
9.6 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03803 · 90.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2022-08-05T21:11Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 AUG 21:11Z
    An os command injection vulnerability exists in the confsrv ucloud_add_new_node functionality of TCL LinkHub Mesh Wifi MS1G_00_01.00_14
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