CVE-2022-33205CWE-78

Four OS command injection vulnerabilities exists in the web interface /action/wirelessConnect functionality of Abode Systems, Inc

Critical · published October 25, 2022

CVSS v3.0
10.0
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An authenticated user can send a crafted HTTP request that executes arbitrary commands on your security kit! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel manager who can access the master key – with a simple request, they could open any room and cause chaos. If they exploit this vulnerability, they can execute any command on the system, compromising your entire security setup. An attacker with access could do absolutely devastating things, like altering security settings, disabling alarms, or even taking control of all connected devices. This breach essentially puts your entire home security system at the attacker’s mercy, turning a trusted device into a potential adversary. With command execution possible, the risks are through the roof!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel manager who can access the master key – with a simple request, they could open any room and cause chaos. If they exploit this vulnerability, they can execute any command on the system, compromising your entire security setup. This vulnerability arises from the unsafe handling of the `wpapsk_hex` parameter in the `/action/wirelessConnect` web interface. By exploiting this flaw, authorized users can construct malicious OS commands that the firmware executes, leading to total system control.

What to do

An attacker with access could do absolutely devastating things, like altering security settings, disabling alarms, or even taking control of all connected devices. This breach essentially puts your entire home security system at the attacker’s mercy, turning a trusted device into a potential adversary. With command execution possible, the risks are through the roof! Immediately patch your iota All-In-One Security Kit to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, restrict access to the web interface to trusted users only, and monitor for any suspicious activity on your network. Don't forget to review your security policies to mitigate risks further. You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your system, and you'll be a hero in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04525 · 91.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2022-10-25T16:33Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 OCT 16:33Z
    Four OS command injection vulnerabilities exists in the web interface /action/wirelessConnect functionality of Abode Systems, Inc
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