CVE-2023-24138

TOTOLINK CA300-PoE V6.2c.884 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the host_time parameter in the NTPSyncWithHost function

Critical · published February 3, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky command injection vulnerability lurks in the TOTOLINK CA300-PoE's host_time parameter, ready for a crafty attacker to exploit! Think of it like a not-so-diligent librarian who accepts any book returned without checking for hidden messages. This vulnerability allows an attacker to slip malicious commands into the system, just like planting a toxic book amidst the favorites. If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access, run arbitrary commands, and potentially take full control of your device—creating an absolute nightmare scenario for network security. Imagine someone waltzing into your server room and doing as they please; that's what this flaw opens the door to!

Put simply

Think of it like a not-so-diligent librarian who accepts any book returned without checking for hidden messages. This vulnerability allows an attacker to slip malicious commands into the system, just like planting a toxic book amidst the favorites. The command injection flaw in the NTPSyncWithHost function allows attackers to manipulate the host_time parameter, executing any command they choose because the input isn't properly validated.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access, run arbitrary commands, and potentially take full control of your device—creating an absolute nightmare scenario for network security. Imagine someone waltzing into your server room and doing as they please; that's what this flaw opens the door to! Immediately update to the patched version provided by TOTOLINK. Ensure all configurations enforce strict validation on user inputs to prevent such injections in the future. Regularly audit your systems for any unexpected behavior or unauthorized access. You've got this! By following these steps, you're not just fixing a vulnerability but also leveling up your security game! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01920 · 79.7th percentile
Published
2023-02-03T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 FEB 00:00Z
    TOTOLINK CA300-PoE V6.2c.884 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the host_time parameter in the NTPSyncWithHost function
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