CVE-2024-42742: OS Command Injection

Published Aug 12, 2024
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Updated

In TOTOLINK X5000r v9.1.0cu.2350b20230313, the file /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi contains an OS command injection vulnerability in setUrlFilterRules. Authenticated Attackers can send malicious packet to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

2 affected components
All of the following
TOTOLINK X5000r Firmware=9.1.0u.6369_b20230113
TOTOLINK X5000R

Event History

Aug 12, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42742?

CVE-2024-42742 is classified as a high-severity OS command injection vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-42742?

To fix CVE-2024-42742, update the TOTOLINK X5000R firmware to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-42742?

CVE-2024-42742 affects users of TOTOLINK X5000R firmware version 9.1.0cu.2350_b20230313.

4

What kind of attack can be executed through CVE-2024-42742?

Authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-42742 to execute arbitrary commands via OS command injection.

5

What is the attack vector for CVE-2024-42742?

The attack vector for CVE-2024-42742 involves sending malicious packets to the vulnerable /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi endpoint.

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