Author: Ameeba

  • CVE-2025-28980: Path Traversal Vulnerability in machouinard Aviation Weather from NOAA

    Overview

    The CVE-2025-28980 vulnerability is an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, also known as a ‘Path Traversal’ vulnerability. This vulnerability affects machouinard’s Aviation Weather from NOAA application. Its significance lies in its potential to lead to system compromise or data leakage.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-28980
    Severity: High (CVSS: 7.7)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: None
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: Potential system compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Aviation Weather from NOAA | n/a through 0.7.2

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability stems from the application’s insufficient sanitization or validation of user-supplied input. An attacker can manipulate the input to traverse the file system beyond the root directory, potentially gaining access to sensitive files or system resources. This could result in unauthorized information disclosure, modification, or destruction.

    Conceptual Example Code

    An example of how this vulnerability might be exploited is by crafting a malicious HTTP request in the following format:

    GET /api/data?file=../../../etc/passwd HTTP/1.1
    Host: target.example.com
    Content-Type: application/json

    In this example, the attacker is attempting to access the ‘/etc/passwd’ file, which is a sensitive file located outside the intended directory. If successful, the attacker could gain access to user account information.

    Recommended Mitigation Strategies

    To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to apply the patch provided by the vendor. If the patch cannot be applied immediately, deploying a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) may serve as a temporary mitigation strategy. Regular system and application updates, as well as input validation and sanitization, are also critical in preventing such vulnerabilities.

  • CVE-2025-24765: Path Traversal Vulnerability in RobMarsh Image Shadow

    Overview

    In this report, we will discuss a critical vulnerability known as CVE-2025-24765 that impacts the RobMarsh Image Shadow software. This vulnerability, categorized as a Path Traversal, allows malicious actors to access restricted directories potentially leading to system compromise or data leaks. It is crucial to address this vulnerability due to the severity of the potential damage it can cause.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-24765
    Severity: High (7.7 CVSS Score)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: Low
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    RobMarsh Image Shadow | n/a through 1.1.0

    How the Exploit Works

    The exploit takes advantage of a flaw in the RobMarsh Image Shadow software that allows Path Traversal. An attacker, by sending a specifically crafted request, can trick the software into returning a file or executing a command from a restricted directory. This can potentially lead to unauthorized access, system compromise, or data leakage.

    Conceptual Example Code

    The following is a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited.

    GET /image?path=../../../etc/passwd HTTP/1.1
    Host: target.example.com

    In this example, the attacker attempts to access the `/etc/passwd` file, which is a restricted directory. The `../../../` in the request allows the attacker to move up the directory tree, bypassing the normal restrictions.

    Mitigation Guidance

    To mitigate the CVE-2025-24765 vulnerability, users of the affected versions of RobMarsh Image Shadow are advised to apply the vendor-provided patch. If the patch cannot be applied immediately, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can provide temporary mitigation. These systems can be configured to detect and block attempts to exploit this vulnerability.

  • CVE-2025-49218: Post-Auth SQL Injection Vulnerability in Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer

    Overview

    This document covers the details of a post-auth SQL injection vulnerability discovered in Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer. This critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-49218, could potentially allow an attacker to escalate privileges on affected installations, leading to system compromise or data leakage. Businesses and organizations using the affected products must promptly address this issue to safeguard their digital assets.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-49218
    Severity: High (CVSS: 7.7)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: Low
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer | All versions prior to patch

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability arises due to the improper handling of user-supplied input in SQL queries by the Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer. An attacker with low-level privileges can manipulate SQL queries to execute arbitrary SQL code. This can result in unauthorized actions, including the escalation of privileges within the system, potentially leading to system compromise or data leakage.

    Conceptual Example Code

    Here is a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited. This pseudocode demonstrates a malicious SQL query injected into the system:

    POST /TrendMicroPolicyServer/endpoint HTTP/1.1
    Host: target.example.com
    Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded
    username=attacker' OR '1'='1'--&password=irrelevant

    In this example, the attacker manipulates the ‘username’ field with a SQL injection payload that alters the SQL logic, bypassing the authentication mechanism. The ‘–‘ following the payload is a SQL comment that makes the rest of the query, including the password check, irrelevant.

    Mitigation Guidance

    Users are advised to apply the patch provided by Trend Micro as soon as possible. As a temporary mitigation, the use of a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can help prevent SQL injection attacks. Always ensure that software is up-to-date and follow the principle of least privilege when assigning system rights to reduce the impact of potential future vulnerabilities.

  • CVE-2025-49211: SQL Injection Vulnerability in Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer

    Overview

    This report discusses a significant SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-49211) in the Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer. This vulnerability has a substantial impact on the security of affected installations and could potentially allow an attacker to escalate privileges. As a consequence, it poses a serious threat to data integrity and system security.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-49211
    Severity: High (7.7 CVSS Score)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: Low
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System Compromise and potential data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Trend Micro Endpoint Encryption PolicyServer | All versions prior to patch

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability arises due to insufficient sanitization of user-supplied input within the PolicyServer. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending specially crafted SQL queries to the affected system. If successful, they can manipulate SQL queries to execute arbitrary commands and modify data. This could lead to privilege escalation, allowing the attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data or even control over the affected system.

    Conceptual Example Code

    Here is a conceptual example illustrating how this vulnerability might be exploited. Please note that this is a simplified representation and actual exploits may be more complex.

    POST /PolicyServer/endpoint HTTP/1.1
    Host: target.example.com
    Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded
    username=administrator' OR '1'='1';--

    In this example, the SQL query behind the scenes may be manipulated, bypassing the authentication mechanism due to the `OR ‘1’=’1’` condition, which is always true. The `–` at the end of the payload is a SQL comment out operator, causing the rest of the original SQL query to be ignored. This could potentially grant the attacker administrative access.

    Mitigation

    The primary mitigation for this vulnerability is to apply the vendor-supplied patch. As a temporary measure, it is recommended to employ a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to detect and block SQL injection attempts. Businesses should also consider implementing least privilege principles and input validation to minimize the potential attack surface.

  • CVE-2025-40591: Command Injection Vulnerability in RUGGEDCOM ROX Devices

    Overview

    This report provides an in-depth analysis of the recently discovered security vulnerability, CVE-2025-40591, which affects multiple versions of RUGGEDCOM ROX devices. This vulnerability, when exploited, could potentially lead to system compromise or data leakage, making it a serious issue for businesses using these devices. The vulnerability is particularly critical due to its ability to grant root privileges and disclose file system contents to an authenticated remote attacker.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-40591
    Severity: High (CVSS 7.7)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: Low (Authenticated user)
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise and potential data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX MX5000RE | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1400 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1500 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1510 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1511 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1524 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX1536 | All versions < V2.16.5 RUGGEDCOM ROX RX5000 | All versions < V2.16.5 How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability stems from the ‘Log Viewers’ tool in the web interface of the affected devices. Due to missing server-side input sanitation, an authenticated remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious commands. This allows the attacker to execute the ‘tail’ command with root privileges, thereby disclosing the contents of all files in the filesystem.

    Conceptual Example Code

    The following conceptual example demonstrates how an authenticated attacker might exploit this vulnerability:

    POST /log_viewer HTTP/1.1
    Host: affected_device_ip
    Content-Type: application/json
    Authorization: Bearer <auth_token>
    { "command": "; tail -n 100 /etc/passwd;" }

    In the example above, the attacker injects a malicious ‘tail’ command into the ‘command’ parameter of a POST request to the ‘/log_viewer’ endpoint, and as a result, the contents of the ‘/etc/passwd’ file are returned in the response, revealing sensitive information.

  • CVE-2025-37100: HPE Aruba Networking Private 5G Core API Filesystem Vulnerability

    Overview

    A newly discovered vulnerability in the APIs of HPE Aruba Networking Private 5G Core has been identified. This vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-37100, could potentially expose sensitive information to unauthorized users. The flaw is significant, as it affects a core component of the Aruba Networking 5G system, potentially impacting a large number of users and enterprises relying on this technology for their networking needs.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-37100
    Severity: High (7.7)
    Attack Vector: Network
    Privileges Required: None
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise, unauthorized access to sensitive data, potential data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    HPE Aruba Networking Private 5G Core | All versions prior to the patch

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability lies within the APIs of HPE Aruba Networking Private 5G Core. An attacker could exploit this weakness by sending specifically crafted requests to these APIs. This would allow the attacker to iteratively navigate through the filesystem, gaining unauthorized access to protected system files that contain sensitive information. The attacker could then download these files, leading to a potential data leakage situation.

    Conceptual Example Code

    Below is a conceptual example of how this vulnerability might be exploited. This example uses a HTTP request targeting the vulnerable endpoint of the system.

    GET /api/filesystem/navigate?path=/sensitive/data HTTP/1.1
    Host: target.example.com

    Mitigation and Patching

    The vendor has released a patch to address this vulnerability. It is strongly recommended that all users update their systems to the patched version as soon as possible. As a temporary measure, a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) could be utilized to monitor and block potentially malicious requests targeting the vulnerable API endpoints.

  • CVE-2025-3460: High Severity Command Injection Vulnerability in Quantenna Wi-Fi Chipset

    Overview

    The CVE-2025-3460 is a critical vulnerability, affecting a wide range of devices using the Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset. It involves a command injection flaw in the local control script, posing serious security implications including system compromise and potential data leakage. The severity of this issue and its widespread impact make it a significant concern for cybersecurity.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-3460
    Severity: High (7.7 CVSS Score)
    Attack Vector: Local
    Privileges Required: None
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise and potential data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Quantenna Wi-Fi Chipset | Up to version 8.0.0.28

    How the Exploit Works

    The exploit takes advantage of a vulnerability in the ‘set_tx_pow’ local control script that ships with the Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset. This vulnerability fails to properly neutralize argument delimiters in a command, allowing for argument injection. An attacker could leverage this to inject malicious commands, leading to complete system compromise and potential data leakage.

    Conceptual Example Code

    Here’s a
    conceptual
    example of how the vulnerability might be exploited using shell command:

    $ ./set_tx_pow '; rm -rf /' # This would delete all files in the root directory

    In this example, the command `rm -rf /` is injected after the `;` delimiter, which could delete all files in the root directory, demonstrating the potential severity of this exploit.

  • CVE-2025-3459: Command Injection Vulnerability in Quantenna Wi-Fi Chipset

    Overview

    The Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset has been identified as having a critical vulnerability that can potentially lead to system compromise or data leakage. This vulnerability impacts all users of the Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset through version 8.0.0.28 of the latest SDK. It is a critical issue as it allows for command injection, enabling malicious actors to potentially gain control over affected systems.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-3459
    Severity: High – CVSS 7.7
    Attack Vector: Local
    Privileges Required: None
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset | Up to version 8.0.0.28

    How the Exploit Works

    The exploit takes advantage of a local control script known as transmit_file. This script is vulnerable to command injection, which allows a potential attacker to inject malicious commands that can be executed by the system. This is due to improper neutralization of argument delimiters in a command, also known as ‘Argument Injection’ (CWE-88).

    Conceptual Example Code

    Below is a conceptual example of how this vulnerability might be exploited using a shell command:

    $ ./transmit_file --host=127.0.0.1 --port=80 --payload='; rm -rf /'

    In this conceptual example, the injected command (`; rm -rf /`) would delete all files in the system if executed. Please note that this is a conceptual example and the actual exploitation might be different based on the system configuration and the attacker’s intent.

    Mitigation Guidance

    As of the time of this report, the vendor has not released a patch for this vulnerability. Until one is available, a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can be used as temporary mitigation. Additionally, the vendor has released a best practices guide that should be followed to minimize the risk of this vulnerability.

  • CVE-2025-32459: Command Injection Vulnerability in Quantenna Wi-Fi Chipset

    Overview

    This report focuses on the CVE-2025-32459 vulnerability, an instance of CWE-88, that affects the Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset. This vulnerability is critical due to its potential to compromise systems and leak confidential data. As such, it poses a significant threat to any device or system implementing this chipset.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-32459
    Severity: High (CVSS: 7.7)
    Attack Vector: Local (AV:L)
    Privileges Required: None (PR:N)
    User Interaction: None (UI:N)
    Impact: Potential system compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset | Up to and including version 8.0.0.28

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability lies in the local control script, router_command.sh, specifically in the sync_time argument. This script does not properly neutralize argument delimiters, making it susceptible to command injection. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the system where the chipset is installed.

    Conceptual Example Code

    Consider the following
    conceptual
    shell command, which an attacker might use to exploit this vulnerability:

    ./router_command.sh sync_time; rm -rf / # This will delete all files in root directory

    In this example, the attacker injects a malicious command (`rm -rf /`) after the sync_time argument. If the script is executed with superuser privileges, this command will delete all files in the root directory.

    Mitigation

    At the time of this report, no patch has been released by the vendor. However, a best practices guide for implementors of this chipset has been issued. As a temporary mitigation, it is recommended to use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS). As always, it is crucial to monitor vendor communications for the release of a patch and to apply it as soon as possible.

  • CVE-2025-32458: Command Injection Vulnerability in Quantenna Wi-Fi Chipset

    Overview

    The CVE-2025-32458 vulnerability pertains to the Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset, specifically a local control script that is susceptible to command injection. This deficiency is a significant risk for all devices utilizing this chipset, potentially leading to system compromises or data leakages.

    Vulnerability Summary

    CVE ID: CVE-2025-32458
    Severity: High – CVSS 7.7
    Attack Vector: Local
    Privileges Required: None
    User Interaction: None
    Impact: System compromise or data leakage

    Affected Products

    Product | Affected Versions

    Quantenna Wi-Fi chipset | up to version 8.0.0.28

    How the Exploit Works

    The vulnerability exists in the router_command.sh script, specifically in the get_syslog_from_qtn argument. This script does not properly neutralize argument delimiters, allowing for argument injection. This scenario is classified as CWE-88. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to inject commands directly into the system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data leaks, or even a complete system takeover.

    Conceptual Example Code

    An attacker might exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted command, as shown in the conceptual example below:

    ./router_command.sh get_syslog_from_qtn '; malicious_command'

    In this example, the semicolon allows the attacker to execute “malicious_command” after the legitimate command “get_syslog_from_qtn”. This command could be designed to compromise the system or exfiltrate sensitive data.

    Mitigation Guidance

    While the vendor has yet to release a patch for this vulnerability, they have published a best practices guide for implementors of this chipset. In the interim, it may also be advisable to use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) as a temporary mitigation measure, ensuring they are configured to detect and block malicious command injection attempts.

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