CVE-2024-21797CWE-74

A command execution vulnerability exists in the adm.cgi set_TR069() functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505

Critical · published January 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Authenticated users have a ticket to ride into your system with this command execution vulnerability! The Wavlink AC3000 M33A8's adm.cgi set_TR069() is like an open door waiting for a crafty intruder. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where only patrons can enter the kitchen. If one of the diners has an unrestricted ability to shout out any command, they could easily whip up chaos, changing recipes and ruining the menu! An attacker, armed with the right authenticated access, could execute arbitrary commands on your device. This means they can take control, potentially leading to data breaches, system manipulation, or worse—complete control of the affected device!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where only patrons can enter the kitchen. If one of the diners has an unrestricted ability to shout out any command, they could easily whip up chaos, changing recipes and ruining the menu! This critical vulnerability allows for arbitrary command execution through a specially crafted HTTP request to the adm.cgi set_TR069() function in the affected Wavlink version. An attacker with authenticated access can exploit this flaw to execute commands that could compromise the system.

What to do

An attacker, armed with the right authenticated access, could execute arbitrary commands on your device. This means they can take control, potentially leading to data breaches, system manipulation, or worse—complete control of the affected device! Immediately patch your devices to the latest version available to mitigate this vulnerability. Review access control measures to ensure only trusted users have authenticated access. Monitor for suspicious activity related to the adm.cgi functionality. You've got this! With a quick patch and a little vigilance, your systems will be back on the path to security! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21323 · 97.6th percentile
Weakness
CWE-74 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection')
Published
2025-01-14T14:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JAN 14:21Z
    A command execution vulnerability exists in the adm.cgi set_TR069() functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505
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