CVE-2022-32585 in R1510
Summary
by MITRE • 06/30/2022
A command execution vulnerability exists in the clish art2 functionality of Robustel R1510 3.3.0. A specially-crafted network request can lead to arbitrary command execution. An attacker can send a sequence of requests to trigger this vulnerability.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/17/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-32585 represents a critical command execution flaw within the clish art2 functionality of Robustel R1510 version 3.3.0. This issue resides in the command line interface system that governs network device operations and configuration management. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the clish art2 component, which processes user commands and network requests. When the system receives malformed or specially crafted network requests, it fails to properly validate the input before executing commands, creating an exploitable condition that allows unauthorized command injection.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability falls under CWE-77 and CWE-94 categories, representing command injection and arbitrary code execution respectively. The flaw operates through a direct manipulation of the command processing pipeline where the clish art2 functionality does not adequately sanitize user-supplied parameters before incorporating them into system commands. Attackers can craft specific network requests that bypass normal validation checks and inject malicious commands directly into the system's execution context. This vulnerability enables attackers to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the affected service account, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to network infrastructure.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-32585 extends beyond simple command execution, as it provides attackers with persistent access to network devices that are typically protected by administrative controls. This vulnerability affects network infrastructure devices that require robust security measures, particularly in industrial and enterprise environments where network reliability and security are paramount. The ability to execute arbitrary commands allows attackers to modify system configurations, install backdoors, exfiltrate sensitive data, or establish persistent access points within the network. Given that this vulnerability affects a network device management interface, it can potentially enable attackers to compromise entire network segments or facilitate lateral movement attacks. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it requires minimal privileges to exploit and can be triggered through standard network requests, making it accessible to attackers with basic network connectivity.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2022-32585 should focus on immediate firmware updates from Robustel to address the command injection flaw in the clish art2 functionality. Organizations should implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure of affected devices to untrusted networks. The implementation of input validation mechanisms and proper command sanitization should be enforced at all levels of the network device architecture. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual command execution patterns and malformed network requests that may indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, organizations should consider deploying intrusion detection systems that can identify and block suspicious network traffic patterns associated with this vulnerability. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter and T1068 for exploit for privilege escalation, making it a significant concern for organizations implementing defensive security measures. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar issues in other network device management interfaces that may present similar command injection risks.