CVE-2018-3954: Command Injection
Devices in the Linksys ESeries line of routers (Linksys E1200 Firmware Version 2.0.09 and Linksys E2500 Firmware Version 3.0.04) are susceptible to OS command injection vulnerabilities due to improper filtering of data passed to and retrieved from NVRAMData entered into the 'Router Name' input field through the web portal is submitted to apply.cgi as the value to the 'machinename' POST parameter. When the 'preinit' binary receives the SIGHUP signal it enters a code path that calls a function named 'sethostdomainname' from its libshared.so shared object.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-3954?
CVE-2018-3954 is a vulnerability in the Linksys ESeries line of routers that allows for OS command injection.
Which routers are affected by CVE-2018-3954?
Devices in the Linksys ESeries line of routers, specifically Linksys E1200 (Firmware Version 2.0.09) and Linksys E2500 (Firmware Version 3.0.04), are affected by CVE-2018-3954.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3954?
CVE-2018-3954 has a severity rating of 7.2 out of 10, making it a critical vulnerability.
How can I fix CVE-2018-3954?
To fix CVE-2018-3954, it is recommended to update the firmware of affected devices to a version that addresses the vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-3954?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-3954 at https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2018-0625.