CVE-2024-39793CWE-15

Multiple external config control vulnerabilities exist in the nas.cgi set_nas() proftpd functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505

Critical · published January 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An attacker can exploit vulnerabilities in the Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 by sending a crafted HTTP request, leading straight to permission bypass. 🔥 Think of it like a delivery service that accepts packages without verifying the sender's identity — once that request is in, the attacker has free rein to access restricted areas of your system. This vulnerability could allow malicious actors to waltz right past security measures, granting them unauthorized access to sensitive configurations. They could change settings or steal data, causing havoc and potential data breaches.

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service that accepts packages without verifying the sender's identity — once that request is in, the attacker has free rein to access restricted areas of your system. The vulnerabilities exist in the `set_nas()` function of the nas.cgi script, allowing an authenticated user to manipulate the `ftp_name` POST parameter, which can lead to a configuration injection and subsequent bypass of permissions.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow malicious actors to waltz right past security measures, granting them unauthorized access to sensitive configurations. They could change settings or steal data, causing havoc and potential data breaches. Immediately patch your Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 to the latest firmware version to close these gaps. Review your security settings and consider applying additional access controls to tighten security further. You've got this! Take these steps, and you'll be well on your way to securing your system! 🛡️

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
0.01556 · 75.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-15 · External Control of System or Configuration Setting
Published
2025-01-14T14:20Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JAN 14:20Z
    Multiple external config control vulnerabilities exist in the nas.cgi set_nas() proftpd functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505
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