CVE-2016-8721

Public Exploit

Description

An exploitable OS Command Injection vulnerability exists in the web application 'ping' functionality of Moxa AWK-3131A Wireless Access Points running firmware 1.1. Specially crafted web form input can cause an OS Command Injection resulting in complete compromise of the vulnerable device. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.01% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Moxa Moxa AWK-3131A WAP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0235/ vdb entry exploit third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8721?
CVE-2016-8721 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8721?
To fix CVE-2016-8721, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8721 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-8721 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8721?
CVE-2016-8721 affects Moxa Moxa AWK-3131A WAP.
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