CVE-2024-29292

Multiple OS Command Injection vulnerabilities affecting Kasda LinkSmart Router KW6512 <= v1.3 enable an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary OS…

Critical · published November 20, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An authenticated attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands on Kasda LinkSmart Routers with a simple crafted request — that’s a level of access that feels like getting the master key to a whole building! 🔥 Think of it like a fast-food drive-thru where a rogue employee can change orders without anyone checking. With just the right phrasing, they could serve up anything from extra fries to a full-on menu revamp, all without the manager knowing! This vulnerability is absolutely devastating, as an attacker could gain complete control of the router and execute any command they desire. This means they could intercept traffic, manipulate settings, or even launch further attacks on the network. The potential for damage is enormous!

Put simply

Think of it like a fast-food drive-thru where a rogue employee can change orders without anyone checking. With just the right phrasing, they could serve up anything from extra fries to a full-on menu revamp, all without the manager knowing! The multiple OS Command Injection vulnerabilities in Kasda LinkSmart Router KW6512 allow attackers to inject malicious commands through various CGI parameters, enabling them to execute arbitrary OS commands on the device.

What to do

This vulnerability is absolutely devastating, as an attacker could gain complete control of the router and execute any command they desire. This means they could intercept traffic, manipulate settings, or even launch further attacks on the network. The potential for damage is enormous! Immediate action is critical! Update the firmware to the latest version beyond v1.3 to close these vulnerabilities. Also, consider implementing stricter access controls and monitoring to detect any suspicious activity. 🛡️ You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll help secure your network like a true security hero! 💪✨

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
0.01027 · 63.3th percentile
Published
2024-11-20T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 NOV 00:00Z
    Multiple OS Command Injection vulnerabilities affecting Kasda LinkSmart Router KW6512 <= v1.3 enable an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary OS…
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