CVE-2023-24479CWE-284

An authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the httpd nvram.cgi functionality of Yifan YF325 v1.0_20221108

Critical · published October 11, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An authentication bypass in Yifan YF325 lets attackers execute arbitrary commands with just a crafted network request! 🔥 This vulnerability is like a sneaky delivery person bypassing a building's security and entering just by saying, 'I have a package for you!' instead of showing any ID. If they can get inside, they could do just about anything! An attacker exploiting this could gain complete control of the device, modify settings, and potentially launch further attacks on your network. This could lead to data breaches or even using your device as a launching pad for more attacks, making it absolutely devastating!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a sneaky delivery person bypassing a building's security and entering just by saying, 'I have a package for you!' instead of showing any ID. If they can get inside, they could do just about anything! The vulnerability in the httpd nvram.cgi functionality allows attackers to bypass authentication checks, thus executing arbitrary commands on the affected device without any login prerequisite.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this could gain complete control of the device, modify settings, and potentially launch further attacks on your network. This could lead to data breaches or even using your device as a launching pad for more attacks, making it absolutely devastating! Immediately patch your Yifan YF325 device to the latest version. If you can't immediately update, consider restricting access to the device's management interface through firewall rules or VPNs. It's crucial to monitor network traffic for any anomalous requests! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll strengthen your defenses and keep the bad guys out! 🛡️

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
0.01831 · 78.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-284 · Improper Access Control
Published
2023-10-11T15:14Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 OCT 15:14Z
    An authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the httpd nvram.cgi functionality of Yifan YF325 v1.0_20221108
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