CVE-2022-40988CWE-120

Several stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the DetranCLI command parsing functionality of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020

High · published January 26, 2023

CVSS v3.0
7.2
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A stack-based buffer overflow in the DetranCLI command parser could let attackers execute arbitrary commands, all from a crafty network packet! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the chef receives orders through a faulty intercom system — if someone sends in a cleverly worded order, they might just get a dish that was never on the menu, causing chaos in the kitchen! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to send commands that can take control of the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access or severe disruption of services. This could be absolutely devastating for any systems relying on Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD, as it opens the door for malicious activities that could compromise sensitive information or operational integrity.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the chef receives orders through a faulty intercom system — if someone sends in a cleverly worded order, they might just get a dish that was never on the menu, causing chaos in the kitchen! The vulnerability arises from improper handling of input in the DetranCLI command parsing function for the 'ipv6 static dns WORD WORD WORD' command template, allowing a specially crafted network packet to overflow the stack and execute arbitrary commands.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to send commands that can take control of the device, potentially leading to unauthorized access or severe disruption of services. This could be absolutely devastating for any systems relying on Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD, as it opens the door for malicious activities that could compromise sensitive information or operational integrity. To mitigate this issue, immediately patch to version G5.0.1.6 or higher. Additionally, review your network security practices to limit exposure and monitor for any suspicious activity. Regularly audit command interfaces to ensure proper input validation is enforced. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll have your systems secured in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
7.2 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01372 · 71.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-120 · Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Published
2023-01-26T21:24Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 JAN 21:24Z
    Several stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the DetranCLI command parsing functionality of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020
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