CVE-2014-2360 in WIO DH2 Wireless Gateway
Summary
by MITRE
OleumTech WIO DH2 Wireless Gateway and Sensor Wireless I/O Modules allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via packets that report a high battery voltage.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/06/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-2360 affects OleumTech WIO DH2 Wireless Gateway and Wireless I/O Modules, which are industrial networking devices designed for wireless communication in industrial automation environments. These devices operate as critical components in supervisory control and data acquisition systems, facilitating data exchange between field devices and control systems. The flaw resides in the handling of battery voltage reporting packets, where the device fails to properly validate input data before processing. This represents a classic buffer overflow or input validation vulnerability that can be exploited by remote attackers to gain unauthorized code execution privileges within the device's operating environment. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code without requiring physical access or authentication credentials, making it a significant security risk for industrial control systems.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms within the wireless communication protocol handler of the WIO modules. When the device receives packets containing battery voltage information, it processes this data without sufficient sanitization or bounds checking, allowing maliciously crafted packets to overwrite memory locations within the device's execution environment. This type of vulnerability aligns with CWE-121, which describes stack-based buffer overflow conditions, and CWE-122, which covers heap-based buffer overflow scenarios. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it operates over wireless networks, enabling remote exploitation from outside the physical security perimeter of industrial facilities. The vulnerability can be classified under ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for command and script interpreter, where adversaries execute code through legitimate system interfaces, and T1071.004 for application layer protocol, since the attack leverages the wireless communication protocol itself as the attack surface.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, as it can lead to complete system compromise and potential disruption of industrial processes. Attackers who successfully exploit this vulnerability can gain persistent access to the wireless gateway, potentially enabling them to manipulate sensor data, disrupt communication between field devices and control systems, or even cause physical damage to industrial equipment. The WIO DH2 modules are commonly deployed in environments where continuous operation is critical, such as manufacturing plants, oil and gas facilities, and water treatment systems. A successful exploitation could result in unauthorized data modification, service disruption, or even safety hazards if the compromised devices control critical processes. The vulnerability affects the integrity and availability of industrial communication networks, potentially leading to cascading failures throughout the connected industrial control system infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2014-2360 should focus on both immediate remediation and long-term security hardening measures. Organizations should prioritize applying manufacturer-provided firmware updates or patches that address the input validation flaw in the wireless communication protocol handler. Network segmentation and access controls should be implemented to limit exposure of these devices to untrusted networks, while also deploying intrusion detection systems to monitor for anomalous packet patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. The principle of least privilege should be applied to wireless gateway configurations, restricting unnecessary services and ports to minimize attack surface. Additionally, regular security assessments of industrial control systems should include evaluation of wireless communication protocols and device firmware versions to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities. Organizations should also implement network monitoring solutions that can detect unusual battery voltage reporting patterns that might indicate malicious activity, as these devices should not normally report voltage levels that exceed their operational specifications. The vulnerability underscores the importance of secure firmware development practices and the need for regular security assessments of industrial networking equipment.