Advisory Published

ZDI-22-418: (Pwn2Own) Cisco RV340 Plug and Play Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Cisco RV340 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of firmware updates. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco RV340W Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-22-418?

    ZDI-22-418 is rated with high severity, allowing remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-22-418?

    To fix ZDI-22-418, update your Cisco RV340 router firmware to the latest version recommended by Cisco.

  • Who is affected by ZDI-22-418?

    ZDI-22-418 affects installations of Cisco RV340 routers.

  • Does ZDI-22-418 require authentication to exploit?

    No, ZDI-22-418 does not require authentication to be exploited by attackers.

  • What kind of attack is associated with ZDI-22-418?

    ZDI-22-418 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code due to a vulnerability in firmware update handling.

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