Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in TOTOLINK AC1200 T8 and T10 Routers
CVE-2024-8573

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Totolink
Status
Ac1200 T8
Ac1200 T10
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 September 2024

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A critical buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the TOTOLINK AC1200 T8 and AC1200 T10 routers, specifically within the setParentalRules function located in the cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi file. This vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the 'desc' argument, leading to a buffer overflow condition. The nature of this flaw allows for remote exploitation, opening the door for potential attackers to execute arbitrary code. The exploit has already been publicly disclosed, putting users at significant risk. Despite proactive communication regarding this issue, TOTOLINK has not provided a response or mitigation strategy.

Affected Version(s)

AC1200 T10 4.1.5cu.861_B20230220

AC1200 T10 4.1.8cu.5207

AC1200 T8 4.1.5cu.861_B20230220

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-2024-8573 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.276807
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.276807
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.401262
third-party-advisory

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

Collectors

NVD DatabaseMitre Database1 Proof of Concept(s)

Credit

noahze (VulDB User)
.