Shell Injection Vulnerability in GL-iNet Router Products

CVE-2024-39228

What is CVE-2024-39228?

GL-iNet products, including a range of router models, are affected by a vulnerability that allows for shell injection through specific interface checks. The flaw exists in the check_ovpn_client_config and check_config functionalities, which can be exploited to execute arbitrary commands on the system. This issue highlights the importance of secure coding practices in network appliance firmware to prevent unauthorized access to critical system features.

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