Directory Traversal Vulnerability in HD-Network Real-time Monitoring System
CVE-2021-45043

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Hd-network Real-time Monitoring System Project

Status
Hd-network Real-time Monitoring System
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 December 2021

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 33%

What is CVE-2021-45043?

The HD-Network Real-time Monitoring System 2.0 is vulnerable to a directory traversal flaw. This security issue allows attackers to exploit the /language/lang s_Language parameter, potentially leading to unauthorized access to the /etc/shadow file. Such access can expose sensitive information, including user credentials, putting system security at risk. It is crucial for users of this product to apply patches and review security configurations to mitigate the impact of this vulnerability.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

cve-2021-45043
Created by crypt0g30rgy

References

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DlfZz0F8skWy3Mkahx_NMo-s...
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bx9yCN-IHYuRpd7g3jhMb0Lc...
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EPSS Score

33% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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