CVE-2023-5716CWE-306

ASUS Armoury Crate - Arbitrary File Write

Critical · published January 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single HTTP request is all it takes to write or modify any file on an ASUS system! 🔥 This could lead to catastrophic consequences if exploited! Think of it like a sneaky delivery person who can change the address on a package to deliver it anywhere they want—this flaw lets attackers access or tamper with crucial files without anyone stopping them! An attacker could remotely gain access to sensitive files, alter configurations, or even compromise the entire system, leading to total chaos for users. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could expose personal data and render devices unusable. The potential fallout is absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky delivery person who can change the address on a package to deliver it anywhere they want—this flaw lets attackers access or tamper with crucial files without anyone stopping them! The vulnerability in ASUS Armoury Crate allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to perform arbitrary file writes simply by sending crafted HTTP requests, bypassing any permission checks.

What to do

An attacker could remotely gain access to sensitive files, alter configurations, or even compromise the entire system, leading to total chaos for users. This isn't just a minor inconvenience; it could expose personal data and render devices unusable. The potential fallout is absolutely devastating! Immediately update ASUS Armoury Crate to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Review your firewall settings to limit incoming HTTP requests and ensure your system is secured against unauthorized access. Be proactive—don't wait for a breach to happen! You’ve got this! With these steps, you can lock down your system and keep those attackers at bay! 🛡️

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
0.00634 · 49.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-306 · Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Published
2024-01-19T03:07Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 JAN 03:07Z
    ASUS Armoury Crate - Arbitrary File Write
    cvelistv5