CVE-2024-48153

DrayTek Vigor3900 1.5.1.3 allows attackers to inject malicious commands into mainfunction.cgi and execute arbitrary commands by calling the get_subconfig…

Critical · published October 14, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty command injection vulnerability means attackers can run arbitrary commands on your DrayTek Vigor3900 with just a call to get_subconfig! 🔥 Think of it like a rogue delivery driver who can change the entire order instead of just dropping off packages — they gain complete control over what arrives at your door! An attacker can send malicious commands that can lead to devastating consequences, like taking control of your system or altering critical settings. This could result in unauthorized access, data leaks, or using your device as a springboard for further attacks — absolutely catastrophic!

Put simply

Think of it like a rogue delivery driver who can change the entire order instead of just dropping off packages — they gain complete control over what arrives at your door! The vulnerability in DrayTek Vigor3900 firmware version 1.5.1.3 allows command injection through mainfunction.cgi, letting attackers execute arbitrary commands via the get_subconfig function without proper validation.

What to do

An attacker can send malicious commands that can lead to devastating consequences, like taking control of your system or altering critical settings. This could result in unauthorized access, data leaks, or using your device as a springboard for further attacks — absolutely catastrophic! Immediately update to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability. Review your network firewall settings and ensure that only trusted users can access administrative interfaces. Conduct a thorough security audit to identify any potential exploitation risks. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll be on your way to fortifying your defenses in no time. 🛡️

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
0.00677 · 51.7th percentile
Published
2024-10-14T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 OCT 00:00Z
    DrayTek Vigor3900 1.5.1.3 allows attackers to inject malicious commands into mainfunction.cgi and execute arbitrary commands by calling the get_subconfig…
    cvelistv5