Arbitrary Command Execution in NEC Aterm Routers and Gateways
CVE-2024-28008

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Nec Corporation

Status
Wg1800HP4
Wg1200hs3
Wg1900HP2
Wg1200HP3
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 March 2024

What is CVE-2024-28008?

A security vulnerability in various models of NEC Corporation's Aterm Routers and Gateways allows attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands over the internet by exploiting active debug code in the affected devices. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as unauthorized command execution could lead to further exploitation and compromise of network integrity. Users are advised to implement appropriate mitigations and stay informed about updates from NEC Corporation regarding this issue.

Affected Version(s)

CR2500P all versions

MR01LN all versions

MR02LN all versions

References

https://jpn.nec.com/security-info/secinfo/nv24-001_en.html

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Katsuhiko Sato and Ryo Kashiro of 00One, Inc. and Takayuki Sasaki and Katsunari Yoshioka of Yokohama National University.
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