CVE-2022-38531 in G-97RG6M
Summary
by MITRE • 09/08/2022
FPT G-97RG6M R4.2.98.035 and G-97RG3 R4.2.43.078 are vulnerable to Remote Command Execution in the ping function.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/14/2022
The FPT G-97RG6M and G-97RG3 network devices running firmware versions R4.2.98.035 and R4.2.43.078 respectively contain a critical remote command execution vulnerability within their ping functionality. This vulnerability represents a severe security flaw that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected devices remotely. The issue stems from improper input validation and sanitization within the ping command implementation, where user-supplied parameters are directly incorporated into system commands without adequate filtering or escaping mechanisms. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting malicious ping requests that include command injection payloads, potentially gaining full administrative control over the affected network infrastructure. The vulnerability affects devices that utilize the FPT G-97RG6M and G-97RG3 hardware platforms, which are commonly deployed in enterprise and industrial network environments where network monitoring and connectivity testing are critical functions. This flaw directly aligns with CWE-77 and CWE-94 categories, representing command injection vulnerabilities that permit arbitrary code execution. The operational impact of this vulnerability is significant as it can enable attackers to perform reconnaissance activities, modify network configurations, disrupt services, or establish persistent access points within the network infrastructure. Network administrators who rely on these devices for connectivity testing and monitoring functions face elevated risk of unauthorized access and potential network compromise. The vulnerability also maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1059.001 for command and scripting interpreter and T1021.001 for remote services, making it a critical concern for organizations implementing security frameworks such as NIST CSF or ISO 27001. The remote nature of this vulnerability means that attackers do not require physical access to the devices or network credentials to exploit the flaw, making it particularly dangerous in environments where network segmentation is insufficient. Organizations utilizing these specific device models should immediately implement network segmentation measures and consider deploying intrusion detection systems to monitor for suspicious ping activity. The affected firmware versions represent a substantial risk surface that requires immediate attention through firmware updates provided by FPT or device manufacturers, as well as network-wide monitoring for exploitation attempts. This vulnerability underscores the importance of secure coding practices and input validation in network device firmware development, particularly in functions that interface with underlying operating system commands. The presence of such vulnerabilities in network infrastructure devices highlights the need for comprehensive security testing and vulnerability management programs that specifically target embedded systems and network appliances.