CVE-2023-31983

A Command Injection vulnerability in Edimax Wireless Router N300 Firmware BR-6428NS_v4 allows attacker to execute arbitrary code via the mp function in…

Critical · published May 12, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
25%
Percentile
97.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A simple command to an Edimax router can spell disaster! An attacker can execute arbitrary code through the mp function in the /bin/webs — no skills required! 🚨 Think of it like leaving a restaurant's kitchen door wide open during busy hours. Anyone could waltz in and start cooking whatever they want, potentially ruining the entire menu! With this command injection vulnerability, an attacker could gain full control of the router, allowing them to access sensitive data, intercept traffic, or even launch attacks on other devices on the network. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, compromising your home or office network's security!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving a restaurant's kitchen door wide open during busy hours. Anyone could waltz in and start cooking whatever they want, potentially ruining the entire menu! This vulnerability allows for command injection due to insufficient validation of input in the mp function. An attacker with access to the web interface can send crafted requests that the router will blindly execute, leading to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

With this command injection vulnerability, an attacker could gain full control of the router, allowing them to access sensitive data, intercept traffic, or even launch attacks on other devices on the network. The consequences could be absolutely devastating, compromising your home or office network's security! Immediately update the Edimax Wireless Router N300 to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability. Also, consider disabling remote management features to restrict access to the router's interface. Regularly review network security settings to ensure they're robust! You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your devices secure! 🛡️

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
0.24902 · 97.9th percentile
Published
2023-05-12T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 MAY 00:00Z
    A Command Injection vulnerability in Edimax Wireless Router N300 Firmware BR-6428NS_v4 allows attacker to execute arbitrary code via the mp function in…
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