CVE-2024-39795CWE-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

🚨 Multiple external config vulnerabilities are lurking in the Wavlink AC3000 M33A8! With just one sneaky authenticated request, an attacker could bypass permissions like they own the place! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel with a security flaw in its guest list. If someone can sneak in using a fake reservation, they can access any room, disrupting everything and everyone inside! An attacker could waltz right through the doors, bypassing permissions and accessing restricted files or settings. This could lead to unauthorized control over the device and potentially compromise sensitive data — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a security flaw in its guest list. If someone can sneak in using a fake reservation, they can access any room, disrupting everything and everyone inside! The vulnerabilities in the `set_nas()` functionality of `nas.cgi` allow attackers to exploit permissions through crafted HTTP requests. Specifically, the `ftp_max_sessions` parameter can be manipulated, leading to configuration injection and privileged operations without proper authorization.

What to do

An attacker could waltz right through the doors, bypassing permissions and accessing restricted files or settings. This could lead to unauthorized control over the device and potentially compromise sensitive data — absolutely devastating! Immediately update your Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 to the latest firmware version that addresses these vulnerabilities. Review your current configurations, especially the `ftp_max_sessions`, to ensure they are securely set and not open to injection. Always follow best practices for authentication and monitoring. You can tackle this! Patch your systems, tighten security, and keep your network safe. You've got this! 🛡️

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
2025-01-14T14:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JAN 14:21Z
    Multiple external config control vulnerabilities exist in the nas.cgi set_nas() proftpd functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505
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