CVE-2024-29972

Public Exploit

Description

** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** The command injection vulnerability in the CGI program "remote_help-cgi" in Zyxel NAS326 firmware versions before V5.21(AAZF.17)C0 and NAS542 firmware versions before V5.21(ABAG.14)C0 could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute some operating system (OS) commands by sending a crafted HTTP POST request.

References

Link	Tags
https://www.zyxel.com/global/en/support/security-advisories/zyxel-security-advisory-for-multiple-vulnerabilities-in-nas-products-06-04-2024	vendor advisory
https://outpost24.com/blog/zyxel-nas-critical-vulnerabilities/	third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-29972?: CVE-2024-29972 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-29972?: To fix CVE-2024-29972, 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-2024-29972 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2024-29972 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~92% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-29972?: CVE-2024-29972 affects Zyxel NAS326 firmware, Zyxel NAS542 firmware.

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Description

Category

CWE-78 – Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

References

Frequently Asked Questions