CVE-2023-6248CWE-200CWE-287CWE-319CWE-94

Data leakage and arbitrary remote code execution in Syrus cloud devices

Critical · published November 21, 2023

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A remote attacker can execute commands on any Syrus4 device with just an IP address — no authentication needed! 🔥 Think of it like a coffee shop with an open Wi-Fi network where anyone can eavesdrop on conversations and even send messages to customers at will. This vulnerability lets attackers access and control connected vehicles as if they had a direct line to the driver! An attacker could track vehicle locations, immobilize them at will, and even stream live video right from the interior! This could lead to absolutely devastating consequences, not just for personal safety but also for privacy and security. Imagine your vehicle being remotely controlled by a stranger—yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a coffee shop with an open Wi-Fi network where anyone can eavesdrop on conversations and even send messages to customers at will. This vulnerability lets attackers access and control connected vehicles as if they had a direct line to the driver! This vulnerability arises from an unsecured MQTT server in the Syrus4 IoT gateway, allowing unauthenticated remote code execution and sensitive data leakage, including location and live video feeds from connected vehicles.

What to do

An attacker could track vehicle locations, immobilize them at will, and even stream live video right from the interior! This could lead to absolutely devastating consequences, not just for personal safety but also for privacy and security. Imagine your vehicle being remotely controlled by a stranger—yikes! To remediate this vulnerability, secure the MQTT server with authentication and encryption, and update the Syrus4 devices to the latest firmware version. Additionally, review access controls and network security protocols to prevent unauthorized connections. You've got this! Address these vulnerabilities, and you'll keep your devices and data safe in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01220 · 68.5th percentile
Weaknesses
CWE-200 · Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor; CWE-287 · Improper Authentication; CWE-319 · Cleartext Transmission of Sensitive Information; CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2023-11-21T21:49Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 NOV 21:49Z
    Data leakage and arbitrary remote code execution in Syrus cloud devices
    cvelistv5