CVE-2022-3218
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 73.47%
Last modified
CVE-2022-3218 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Due to a reliance on client-side authentication, the WiFi Mouse (Mouse Server) from Necta LLC's authentication mechanism is trivially bypassed, which can result in remote code execution.. EPSS estimates a 73.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Due to a reliance on client-side authentication, the WiFi Mouse (Mouse Server) from Necta LLC's authentication mechanism is trivially bypassed, which can result in remote code execution.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Necta | Wifi Mouse Server | 1.7.8.5 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/168509/WiFi-Mouse-1.8.3.4-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/H4rk3nz0/PenTesting/blob/main/Exploits/wifi%20mouse/wifi-mouse-server-rce.pyExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/pull/16985Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49601Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50972Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/168509/WiFi-Mouse-1.8.3.4-Remote-Code-Execution.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/H4rk3nz0/PenTesting/blob/main/Exploits/wifi%20mouse/wifi-mouse-server-rce.pyExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/pull/16985Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49601Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50972Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-3218?
Due to a reliance on client-side authentication, the WiFi Mouse (Mouse Server) from Necta LLC's authentication mechanism is trivially bypassed, which can result in remote code execution.
How severe is CVE-2022-3218?
CVE-2022-3218 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 73.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3218?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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