CVE-2024-42757

Command injection vulnerability in Asus RT-N15U 3.0.0.4.376_3754 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the netstat function page

Critical · published August 15, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
70.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single vulnerable function is your gateway to chaos! The Asus RT-N15U has a command injection vulnerability that lets attackers execute arbitrary code—like giving a stranger the keys to your digital kingdom! 🔥 Think of it like a chef who mistakenly leaves the kitchen door open, allowing anyone wandering by to walk in and start rearranging the menu. That’s essentially what happens here—an attacker can slip in and execute whatever dish they like, unchallenged! This vulnerability could lead to absolute devastation: an attacker could run any command they want on your router, potentially compromising your entire network. Imagine them snooping around your data, altering settings, or even locking you out! It’s a digital nightmare just waiting to happen!

Put simply

Think of it like a chef who mistakenly leaves the kitchen door open, allowing anyone wandering by to walk in and start rearranging the menu. That’s essentially what happens here—an attacker can slip in and execute whatever dish they like, unchallenged! In this command injection flaw, an attacker can exploit the netstat function page of the Asus RT-N15U to execute arbitrary commands. The router fails to adequately validate input, allowing remote code execution without proper authentication.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to absolute devastation: an attacker could run any command they want on your router, potentially compromising your entire network. Imagine them snooping around your data, altering settings, or even locking you out! It’s a digital nightmare just waiting to happen! Immediate steps to take include patching your Asus RT-N15U to the latest firmware version available, which addresses this vulnerability. Ensure you change any default passwords and consider disabling remote management if you don't need it. Stay vigilant! You’ve got this! By following these steps, you can secure your router and keep those digital intruders at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01300 · 70.2th percentile
Published
2024-08-15T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 AUG 00:00Z
    Command injection vulnerability in Asus RT-N15U 3.0.0.4.376_3754 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the netstat function page
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