CVE-2022-24012CWE-120

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the GetValue functionality of TCL LinkHub Mesh Wi-Fi MS1G_00_01.00_14

Critical · published August 5, 2022

CVSS v3.0
9.6
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafty attacker can trigger a buffer overflow just by tweaking a single configuration value in the TCL LinkHub Mesh Wi-Fi MS1G_00_01.00_14! Think of it like a chef adding just a bit too much salt to a recipe—eventually, the dish overflows and spills everywhere, ruining the entire meal! This oversight in the configuration can lead to chaos in your network. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could gain control, reading or even modifying sensitive data without detection. This isn't just a minor mishap; it's a ticket to wreak absolute havoc on your devices and network. Imagine someone sneaking into your home, rifling through your belongings, and nothing can stop them!

Put simply

Think of it like a chef adding just a bit too much salt to a recipe—eventually, the dish overflows and spills everywhere, ruining the entire meal! This oversight in the configuration can lead to chaos in your network. This buffer overflow vulnerability in the GetValue function allows an attacker to manipulate a specially-crafted configuration value, which can lead to unexpected code execution within the fota binary.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could gain control, reading or even modifying sensitive data without detection. This isn't just a minor mishap; it's a ticket to wreak absolute havoc on your devices and network. Imagine someone sneaking into your home, rifling through your belongings, and nothing can stop them! Immediately patch the affected TCL LinkHub to the latest version that addresses this flaw. If you're unsure of the version, check with the vendor for updates. Additionally, audit your network settings to ensure only trusted configurations are applied. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll lock down your network and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

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
0.01305 · 70.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-120 · Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Published
2022-08-05T21:14Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 AUG 21:14Z
    A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the GetValue functionality of TCL LinkHub Mesh Wi-Fi MS1G_00_01.00_14
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