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CVE-2023-43477

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 15.75%

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CVE-2023-43477 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The ping_from parameter of ping_tracerte.cgi in the web UI of Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 (Arcadyan LH1000), firmware versions < 0.18.15r, was not properly sanitized before being used in a system call, which could allow an authenticated attacker to achieve command injection as root on the device. . EPSS estimates a 15.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ping_from parameter of ping_tracerte.cgi in the web UI of Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 (Arcadyan LH1000), firmware versions < 0.18.15r, was not properly sanitized before being used in a system call, which could allow an authenticated attacker to achieve command injection as root on the device. 

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
15.75%

96.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
TelstraArcadyan Lh1000 Firmware< 0.18.15r

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-43477?
The ping_from parameter of ping_tracerte.cgi in the web UI of Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 (Arcadyan LH1000), firmware versions < 0.18.15r, was not properly sanitized before being used in a system call, which could allow an authenticated attacker to achieve command injection as root on the device. 
How severe is CVE-2023-43477?
CVE-2023-43477 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 15.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-43477?
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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Source: NVD / NIST