CVE-2023-4149CWE-78

WAGO: OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Managed Switch

Critical · published November 21, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An unauthenticated attacker can inject commands directly into the system through a web management interface! Think of this vulnerability like an unlocked front door with a sign that says, 'Welcome, please take anything you want!' An attacker can stroll in and take complete control without even needing a key. This is absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain full root access, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands, siphon sensitive data, or even cripple your entire system. In essence, it's like giving away the keys to your castle without realizing it!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like an unlocked front door with a sign that says, 'Welcome, please take anything you want!' An attacker can stroll in and take complete control without even needing a key. CVE-2023-4149 is a critical vulnerability in the web-based management interface that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary system commands with root privileges. This flaw lies in the user request handling processes, which fail to validate and sanitize inputs properly.

What to do

This is absolutely devastating! An attacker could gain full root access, allowing them to execute arbitrary commands, siphon sensitive data, or even cripple your entire system. In essence, it's like giving away the keys to your castle without realizing it! To remediate this critical vulnerability, ensure you update your web management interface to the latest patched version as soon as possible. Also, consider implementing strict access controls and input validation to prevent unauthorized command execution in the future. You've got this! Take these steps, and you'll be back on track to securing your system in no time. 🛡️

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
0.01116 · 65.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-78 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
Published
2023-11-21T07:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 NOV 07:00Z
    WAGO: OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Managed Switch
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