CVE-2016-15047: AVTECH CloudSetup.cgi Authenticated Command Injection
AVTECH devices that include the CloudSetup.cgi management endpoint are vulnerable to authenticated OS command injection. The exefile parameter in CloudSetup.cgi is passed to the underlying system command execution without proper validation or whitelisting. An authenticated attacker who can invoke this endpoint can supply crafted input to execute arbitrary system commands as root. Successful exploitation grants full control of the device, and - depending on deployment and whether the device stores credentials or has network reachability to internal systems - may enable credential theft, lateral movement, or data exfiltration. The archived SEARCH-LAB disclosure implies that this vulnerability was remediated in early 2017, but AVTECH has not defined an affected version range.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-15047?
CVE-2016-15047 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for authenticated OS command injection.
How do I fix CVE-2016-15047?
To mitigate CVE-2016-15047, ensure that access to the CloudSetup.cgi management endpoint is restricted to trusted users and review command input validation mechanisms.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-15047?
CVE-2016-15047 is categorized as an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability affecting AVTECH devices.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-15047?
Any user of AVTECH devices that utilize the CloudSetup.cgi management endpoint may be affected by CVE-2016-15047.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2016-15047?
An authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2016-15047 to execute arbitrary system commands on the affected AVTECH devices.