CVE-2022-24562

In IOBit IOTransfer 4.3.1.1561, an unauthenticated attacker can send GET and POST requests to Airserv and gain arbitrary read/write access to the entire…

published June 16, 2022

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.0th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
54%
Percentile
99.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A simple GET or POST request is all it takes for an attacker to seize control! In IOBit IOTransfer 4.3.1.1561, they can read or write files with admin privileges on the victim’s device. 🔥 Think of IOBit IOTransfer as a cafe where anyone can just walk in and order anything from the behind-the-counter menu without anyone asking for a membership card—once they’re in, they can take whatever they want! If exploited, a sneaky attacker could access sensitive files, manipulate data, or even execute malicious commands on the system. This means potential data theft and complete compromise of the victim's endpoint—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of IOBit IOTransfer as a cafe where anyone can just walk in and order anything from the behind-the-counter menu without anyone asking for a membership card—once they’re in, they can take whatever they want! This vulnerability in IOBit IOTransfer allows unauthenticated access via GET and POST requests, enabling attackers to gain arbitrary file system access with administrative rights, leading to significant risks such as data theft and remote code execution.

What to do

If exploited, a sneaky attacker could access sensitive files, manipulate data, or even execute malicious commands on the system. This means potential data theft and complete compromise of the victim's endpoint—absolutely devastating! Update IOBit IOTransfer to the latest version immediately to close this loophole. Consider implementing network security measures to restrict incoming requests to known and trusted sources. Regularly review your access controls and permissions. 🛡️ You’ve got this! With these steps, you’ll lock down your system and boost your security in no time! 🔒

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.54483 · 99.0th percentile
Published
2022-06-16T18:31Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUN 18:31Z
    In IOBit IOTransfer 4.3.1.1561, an unauthenticated attacker can send GET and POST requests to Airserv and gain arbitrary read/write access to the entire…
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