First published: Thu May 23 2024(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of TP-Link Omada ER605 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. However, devices are only vulnerable if configured to use a PPTP VPN with LDAP authentication. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the username parameter provided to the /usr/bin/pppd endpoint. 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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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TP-Link Omada ER605 |
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ZDI-CAN-22446 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow arbitrary code execution without authentication.
To fix ZDI-CAN-22446, update the TP-Link Omada ER605 router to the latest firmware version provided by the manufacturer.
ZDI-CAN-22446 affects installations of TP-Link Omada ER605 routers configured to use a PPTP VPN with LDAP authentication.
Yes, ZDI-CAN-22446 can be exploited by adjacent network attackers without requiring any form of authentication.
The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-22446 include unauthorized access, data breach, and complete control over the affected TP-Link Omada ER605 router.