Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in TOTOLINK A3600R Router
CVE-2024-7179

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Totolink
Status
A3600r
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 July 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A serious buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the TOTOLINK A3600R router, specifically within the setParentalRules function located in the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi file. The vulnerability arises from improper handling of the startTime and endTime parameters, allowing attackers to manipulate these arguments. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the device. The TOTOLINK vendor was alerted about this vulnerability prior to its public disclosure but failed to respond. Users of the affected version are strongly advised to take precautions and apply necessary updates to safeguard their networks.

Affected Version(s)

A3600R 4.1.2cu.5182_B20201102

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-2024-7179 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.272600
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.272600
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.378048
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

wxhwxhwxh_tutu (VulDB User)
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