CVE-2022-27945: OS Command Injection

Published Mar 26, 2022

Updated

NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 devices allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands (such as telnetd) via shell metacharacters in the sysNewPasswd and sysConfirmPasswd parameters to password.cgi.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Netgear R8500 Firmware=1.0.2.158

Netgear R8500

Remediation

Patch Available

https://github.com/donothingme/VUL/blob/main/vul2/2.md

Event History

Mar 26, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:13 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:13 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-27945.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-27945?

The severity of CVE-2022-27945 is critical with a severity value of 8.8.

How can remote authenticated users exploit CVE-2022-27945?

Remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2022-27945 by executing arbitrary commands, such as telnetd, via shell metacharacters in the sysNewPasswd and sysConfirmPasswd parameters to password.cgi.

What is the affected software?

The affected software is NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 firmware.

Is NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 vulnerable?

Yes, NETGEAR R8500 1.0.2.158 devices are vulnerable to CVE-2022-27945.

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2022-27945?

The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2022-27945 is CWE-78.

How can I fix CVE-2022-27945?

To fix CVE-2022-27945, it is recommended to update the firmware of NETGEAR R8500 devices to a version that includes a patch for this vulnerability.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-27945?

More information about CVE-2022-27945 can be found at the following reference: [GitHub - CVE-2022-27945](https://github.com/donothingme/VUL/blob/main/vul2/2.md)