CVE-2023-43478
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CVE-2023-43478 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. fake_upload.cgi on the Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 (Arcadyan LH1000), firmware versions < 0.18.15r, allows unauthenticated attackers to upload firmware images and configuration backups, which could allow them to alter the firmware or the configuration on the device, ultimately leading to code execution as root. . EPSS estimates a 17.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
fake_upload.cgi on the Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 (Arcadyan LH1000), firmware versions < 0.18.15r, allows unauthenticated attackers to upload firmware images and configuration backups, which could allow them to alter the firmware or the configuration on the device, ultimately leading to code execution as root.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Telstra | Arcadyan Lh1000 Firmware | < 0.18.15r |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-19Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2023-19Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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