CVE-2015-10145 in Router Management Utility
Summary
by MITRE • 12/31/2025
Gargoyle router management utility versions 1.5.x contain an authenticated OS command execution vulnerability in /utility/run_commands.sh. The application fails to properly restrict or validate input supplied via the 'commands' parameter, allowing an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary shell commands on the underlying system. Successful exploitation may result in full compromise of the device, including unauthorized access to system files and execution of attacker-controlled commands.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/29/2026
The CVE-2015-10145 vulnerability resides within the Gargoyle router management utility version 1.5.x, specifically in the /utility/run_commands.sh component that handles authenticated OS command execution. This flaw represents a critical security weakness that directly impacts network device security and exposes the underlying system to unauthorized manipulation. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation mechanisms that fail to properly sanitize or restrict user-supplied data, creating an avenue for malicious command injection attacks.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability manifests through the 'commands' parameter within the run_commands.sh script, which processes user input without sufficient validation controls. When an authenticated attacker submits malicious commands through this parameter, the system executes them with the privileges of the web application process, typically running with elevated system permissions. This represents a classic command injection vulnerability that allows arbitrary shell command execution, effectively bypassing normal access controls and authorization mechanisms. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-88 categories, which specifically address command injection flaws where user-supplied data is directly incorporated into system commands without proper sanitization.
From an operational perspective, successful exploitation of CVE-2015-10145 can lead to complete device compromise, enabling attackers to gain unauthorized access to system files, modify router configurations, and establish persistent access points within the network infrastructure. The vulnerability's authenticated nature means that attackers must first obtain valid credentials, but once achieved, they can execute commands that may include privilege escalation techniques, data exfiltration operations, or the installation of backdoors. This makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous in environments where router management interfaces are accessible to untrusted users or where credential security is compromised.
The attack surface for this vulnerability extends beyond simple command execution to encompass broader network security implications, as routers serve as critical network gateways and often contain sensitive configuration data. Security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK taxonomy classify this vulnerability under T1059 (Command and Scripting Interpreter) and T1068 (Exploitation for Privilege Escalation), highlighting the multi-layered attack vectors possible through such flaws. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including firmware updates, input validation hardening, and network segmentation to prevent unauthorized access to router management interfaces. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of secure coding practices and input validation in network infrastructure components, particularly those handling administrative functions and system commands.