CVE-2023-24795

Command execution vulnerability was discovered in JHR-N916R router firmware version<=21.11.1.1483

published March 16, 2023

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky command execution vulnerability lurks in JHR-N916R router firmware! If you're running version 21.11.1.1483 or earlier, it's time to pay attention! Think of this vulnerability like a pizza delivery driver who has the key to your house—if they aren't vetted properly, they might just walk right in and take whatever they want. This router flaw could give attackers unwarranted access, just like that careless delivery person. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on your router, potentially leading to unauthorized access to your network. This could compromise sensitive data, disrupt network services, or even turn your router into a puppet for nefarious activities!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a pizza delivery driver who has the key to your house—if they aren't vetted properly, they might just walk right in and take whatever they want. This router flaw could give attackers unwarranted access, just like that careless delivery person. The command execution vulnerability in JHR-N916R router firmware allows an attacker to run unauthorized commands by exploiting insufficient input validation. This makes it easy for malicious actors to manipulate the device if it’s running version 21.11.1.1483 or older.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on your router, potentially leading to unauthorized access to your network. This could compromise sensitive data, disrupt network services, or even turn your router into a puppet for nefarious activities! Immediately check your router's firmware version. If it's vulnerable, upgrade to the latest firmware version provided by the manufacturer. Additionally, consider changing your default admin credentials for added security! You've got this! With swift action, your router can be secured in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01043 · 63.8th percentile
Published
2023-03-16T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 MAR 00:00Z
    Command execution vulnerability was discovered in JHR-N916R router firmware version<=21.11.1.1483
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