CVE-2022-23144

There is a broken access control vulnerability in ZTE ZXvSTB product

Critical · published September 23, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
55.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A broken access control issue in ZTE's ZXvSTB could let attackers run rampant, deleting critical default applications with just a few clicks! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel receptionist who accidentally gives a guest the master key — suddenly, they can access all rooms, lock or delete anything they please, and disrupt everyone’s stay! If exploited, an attacker could delete essential applications, rendering the system unusable and causing a major disruption in services. This could lead to chaos for users who rely on the system for everyday operations. The ramifications could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel receptionist who accidentally gives a guest the master key — suddenly, they can access all rooms, lock or delete anything they please, and disrupt everyone’s stay! This vulnerability stems from improper permission controls within the ZTE ZXvSTB product, allowing unauthorized users to delete default application types without the necessary access rights.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could delete essential applications, rendering the system unusable and causing a major disruption in services. This could lead to chaos for users who rely on the system for everyday operations. The ramifications could be absolutely devastating! To mitigate this issue, immediately update to the latest firmware version provided by ZTE. Review your access control settings to ensure appropriate permissions are implemented. Regularly audit your systems to prevent future vulnerabilities. You've got this! Follow these steps and you’ll help keep your systems secure and running smoothly! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00791 · 55.8th percentile
Published
2022-09-23T14:11Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 SEP 14:11Z
    There is a broken access control vulnerability in ZTE ZXvSTB product
    cvelistv5