CVE-2022-38308

TOTOLink A700RU V7.4cu.2313_B20191024 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the lang parameter in the function cstesystem

published September 14, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky command injection vulnerability lurks in the TOTOLink A700RU, where a crafty payload could run arbitrary commands with just the right push of the lang parameter! Think of it like a restaurant chef who accepts any order, without checking if the dish is on the menu. If a diner shouts a command that doesn’t exist, chaos can ensue in the kitchen! An attacker could potentially take control of the device, running any command they desire, leading to unauthorized access or even complete takeover. This is concerning, especially as it poses risks to sensitive data and network integrity.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant chef who accepts any order, without checking if the dish is on the menu. If a diner shouts a command that doesn’t exist, chaos can ensue in the kitchen! This vulnerability allows for command injection through the lang parameter in the cstesystem function, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary system commands on the device remotely.

What to do

An attacker could potentially take control of the device, running any command they desire, leading to unauthorized access or even complete takeover. This is concerning, especially as it poses risks to sensitive data and network integrity. To mitigate this, update your TOTOLink A700RU router to the latest firmware version. Additionally, consider implementing strict input validation to prevent such injections in the future. You've got this! By staying proactive, you can secure your network and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21191 · 97.6th percentile
Published
2022-09-14T20:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 SEP 20:25Z
    TOTOLink A700RU V7.4cu.2313_B20191024 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the lang parameter in the function cstesystem
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