CVE-2020-5534: OS Command Injection

Published Feb 21, 2020
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Updated

Aterm WG2600HS firmware Ver1.3.2 and earlier allows an authenticated attacker on the same network segment to execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

4 affected components
NEC Aterm WG2600HS firmware<=1.3.2
NEC Aterm WG2600HS
All of the following
NEC Aterm WG2600HS firmware<=1.3.2
NEC Aterm WG2600HS

Event History

Feb 21, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:15 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-5534?

CVE-2020-5534 is a vulnerability in Aterm WG2600HS firmware Ver1.3.2 and earlier that allows an authenticated attacker on the same network segment to execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-5534?

CVE-2020-5534 is classified as a high severity vulnerability with a severity value of 8.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-5534?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-5534 by being authenticated on the same network segment and executing arbitrary OS commands with root privileges.

4

Is NEC Aterm WG2600HS firmware version 1.3.2 affected by CVE-2020-5534?

Yes, NEC Aterm WG2600HS firmware version 1.3.2 is affected by CVE-2020-5534.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-5534?

To fix CVE-2020-5534, update your Aterm WG2600HS firmware to a version later than 1.3.2 as specified in the vendor's security advisory.

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