CVE-2023-2522

Public Exploit
Chengdu VEC40G Network Detection os command injection

Description

A vulnerability was found in Chengdu VEC40G 3.0. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /send_order.cgi?parameter=access_detect of the component Network Detection. The manipulation of the argument COUNT with the input 3 | netstat -an leads to os command injection. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-228013 was assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 23.77% Top 5%
Affected: Chengdu VEC40G
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://vuldb.com/?id.228013 vdb entry permissions required technical description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.228013 signature permissions required
https://github.com/eckert-lcc/cve/blob/main/Flying%20fish%20star.md exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2522?
CVE-2023-2522 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2522?
To fix CVE-2023-2522, 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-2023-2522 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-2522 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~24% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-2522?
CVE-2023-2522 affects Chengdu VEC40G.
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