OS Command Execution Flaw in NEC Aterm Wireless Routers
CVE-2024-28015

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Nec Corporation

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

What is CVE-2024-28015?

A vulnerability exists in several NEC Aterm wireless routers, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges via the internet. This flaw arises from inadequate validation of input, posing significant risks to the security and integrity of the devices and potentially compromising connected networks. Immediate action is advised to mitigate these vulnerabilities and safeguard against unauthorized access.

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

Takayuki Sasaki and Katsunari Yoshioka of Yokohama National University.
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