CVE-2024-21878CWE-77

Command Injection through Unsafe File Name Evaluation in internal script in Enphase IQ Gateway v4.x to and including 8.x

High · published August 10, 2024

CVSS v4.0
7.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Command injection is lurking in the Enphase IQ Gateway! An attacker can execute OS commands through an internal script, impacting versions 4.x to 8.x. 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a delivery person who just follows any instructions you scribble on a package without verifying them. If a mischievous individual could write their own commands, they could hijack the whole distribution process! With this command injection vulnerability, an attacker could take control of the device, running arbitrary commands and potentially compromising the entire system. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, tampering with settings, or even disrupting services entirely. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for users relying on the IQ Gateway!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a delivery person who just follows any instructions you scribble on a package without verifying them. If a mischievous individual could write their own commands, they could hijack the whole distribution process! This CVE represents a critical flaw where special character inputs in an internal script are not properly neutralized, allowing attackers to inject and execute OS commands.

What to do

With this command injection vulnerability, an attacker could take control of the device, running arbitrary commands and potentially compromising the entire system. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, tampering with settings, or even disrupting services entirely. The consequences could be absolutely devastating for users relying on the IQ Gateway! To secure your system, update the Enphase IQ Gateway to a patched version as soon as it becomes available, and review your input validation techniques to ensure that commands are sanitized effectively. Regularly monitor your systems for any suspicious activities! You've got this! Stay vigilant and proactive, and you can keep your systems secure. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v4.0
7.1 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:H/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:L/SI:L/SA:L/S:P/AU:Y/R:I/V:C/RE:H
EPSS
0.01445 · 73.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-77 · Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
Published
2024-08-10T17:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 AUG 17:44Z
    Command Injection through Unsafe File Name Evaluation in internal script in Enphase IQ Gateway v4.x to and including 8.x
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