CVE-2019-5072: OS Command Injection

Published Nov 21, 2019
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Updated

An exploitable command injection vulnerability exists in the /goform/WanParameterSetting functionality of Tenda AC9 Router AC1200 Smart Dual-Band Gigabit WiFi Route (AC9V1.0 Firmware V15.03.05.16multiTRU). A specially crafted HTTP POST request can cause a command injection in the DNS2 post parameters, resulting in code execution. An attacker can send HTTP POST request with command to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Tendacn Ac9v1.0 Firmware=15.03.05.14_en
Tendacn Ac9v1.0 Firmware=15.03.05.16multitru
Tendacn Ac1200 Smart Dual-band Gigabit Wifi

Event History

Nov 21, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-5072?

The severity of CVE-2019-5072 is high (7.8).

2

How does CVE-2019-5072 affect Tenda AC9 Router AC1200 Smart Dual-Band Gigabit WiFi Route?

CVE-2019-5072 affects Tenda AC9 Router AC1200 Smart Dual-Band Gigabit WiFi Router.

3

What is the affected software version of CVE-2019-5072?

The affected software version of CVE-2019-5072 is Tendacn Ac9v1.0 Firmware V15.03.05.14_en and V15.03.05.16multiTRU.

4

How can a command injection vulnerability be exploited in CVE-2019-5072?

A command injection vulnerability in CVE-2019-5072 can be exploited by sending a specially crafted HTTP POST request with a malicious payload in the DNS2 post parameter.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-5072?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-5072 at the following URL: https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0861.

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