Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in TP-Link WVR, WAR, and ER Devices
CVE-2017-15629
7.2HIGH
Summary
A command injection vulnerability exists in TP-Link WVR, WAR, and ER devices that permits remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands. This vulnerability arises from improper validation of the 'new-tunnelname' variable in the 'pptp_client.lua' file, exposing the system to potential unauthorized command execution. This weakness highlights the importance of maintaining secure coding practices and regular updates to network devices to mitigate exploitation risks.
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved