CVE-2023-46423

TOTOLINK X6000R v9.4.0cu.652_B20230116 was discovered to contain a remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability via the sub_417094 function

High · published October 25, 2023

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 If you thought your TOTOLINK X6000R was a fortress, think again! A remote command execution vulnerability lurks in version 9.4.0cu.652_B20230116, ready to be exploited! ⚡ This vulnerability is like leaving your front door wide open with a sign that says "welcome!" – an attacker doesn't even need a key to step inside and wreak havoc. An attacker could send commands remotely, potentially taking over your device and manipulating it to execute malicious actions. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access to your network, and even the deployment of malware. Not exactly the home network security we signed up for!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like leaving your front door wide open with a sign that says "welcome!" – an attacker doesn't even need a key to step inside and wreak havoc. The RCE vulnerability in TOTOLINK X6000R is triggered via the sub_417094 function, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands without proper authentication checks.

What to do

An attacker could send commands remotely, potentially taking over your device and manipulating it to execute malicious actions. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access to your network, and even the deployment of malware. Not exactly the home network security we signed up for! Patch your device immediately to the latest firmware version available, and regularly check for updates to ensure you're protected against this and other vulnerabilities. It’s smart to also change your network passwords as a precautionary measure! You’ve got this! Secure your network today, and you’ll be a security hero in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01852 · 79.0th percentile
Published
2023-10-25T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 OCT 00:00Z
    TOTOLINK X6000R v9.4.0cu.652_B20230116 was discovered to contain a remote command execution (RCE) vulnerability via the sub_417094 function
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