CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-22439: Input Validation

First published: Mon Dec 18 2023(Updated: )

Improper input validation of a large HTTP request in the Controller 6000 and Controller 7000 optional diagnostic web interface (Port 80) can be used to perform a Denial of Service of the diagnostic web interface. This issue affects: Gallagher Controller 6000 and 7000 8.90 prior to vCR8.90.231204a (distributed in 8.90.1620 (MR2)), 8.80 prior to vCR8.80.231204a (distributed in 8.80.1369 (MR3)), 8.70 prior to vCR8.70.231204a (distributed in 8.70.2375 (MR5)), 8.60 prior to vCR8.60.231116a (distributed in 8.60.2550 (MR7)), all versions of 8.50 and prior.

Credit: disclosures@gallagher.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware<=8.50
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware>=8.60<8.60.231116a
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware>=8.70<8.70.231204a
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware>=8.80<8.80.231204a
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware>=8.90<8.90.231204a
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware
All of
Any of
Gallagher Command Centre<=8.50
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.60<8.60.231116a
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.70<8.70.231204a
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.80<8.80.231204a
Gallagher Command Centre>=8.90<8.90.231204a
Any of
Gallagher Controller 6000 Firmware
Gallagher Controller 7000 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-22439?

    CVE-2023-22439 has a severity associated with it that can lead to a Denial of Service in the diagnostic web interface.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2023-22439?

    CVE-2023-22439 affects Gallagher Controller 6000 and Controller 7000 running firmware versions prior to vCR8.90.231204a.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-22439?

    To fix CVE-2023-22439, update your Gallagher Controller 6000 or 7000 firmware to version vCR8.90.231204a or later.

  • What kind of attack can be executed using CVE-2023-22439?

    CVE-2023-22439 can be exploited to perform a Denial of Service attack on the diagnostic web interface.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-22439 if I cannot update immediately?

    There are currently no documented workarounds for CVE-2023-22439, so it is recommended to update the firmware as soon as possible.

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