CVE-2022-41007 in QUARTZ-GOLD
Summary
by MITRE • 01/27/2023
Several stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the DetranCLI command parsing functionality of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020. A specially-crafted network packet can lead to arbitrary command execution. An attacker can send a sequence of requests to trigger these vulnerabilities.This buffer overflow is in the function that manages the 'port redirect protocol (tcp|udp|tcp/udp) inport <1-65535> dstaddr A.B.C.D export <1-65535> description WORD' command template.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/05/2025
The CVE-2022-41007 vulnerability represents a critical stack-based buffer overflow affecting the DetranCLI command parsing functionality within Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020 network security device. This vulnerability resides in the command line interface parsing mechanism that handles port redirection protocol configurations, specifically targeting the command template structure that defines network traffic forwarding rules. The flaw manifests when processing network packets containing maliciously crafted port redirection commands, creating an exploitable condition that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. This represents a severe security weakness that undermines the integrity and confidentiality of the network infrastructure it protects.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from improper input validation within the DetranCLI parsing functions that process the port redirect protocol commands. The specific command template 'port redirect protocol (tcp|udp|tcp/udp) inport <1-65535> dstaddr A.B.C.D export <1-65535> description WORD' creates a parsing context where user-supplied input values are directly copied into fixed-size stack buffers without adequate bounds checking. The function responsible for handling this command structure fails to validate the length of the description parameter or other input fields, allowing attackers to overflow the allocated stack space and overwrite adjacent memory locations. This classic buffer overflow condition enables attackers to manipulate the instruction pointer and execute malicious code with the privileges of the affected process, typically running with elevated system privileges.
The operational impact of CVE-2022-41007 extends beyond simple command execution, as it provides attackers with complete control over the network security appliance. Once exploited, the vulnerability allows adversaries to modify network routing rules, redirect traffic to malicious destinations, disable security features, or establish persistent backdoors within the network infrastructure. The attack vector requires only a sequence of specially crafted network requests, making it particularly dangerous as it can be exploited remotely without requiring physical access or authentication credentials. Network administrators face the risk of complete network compromise, as the affected device serves as a critical gateway for traffic management and security policy enforcement. This vulnerability directly violates the principle of least privilege and can lead to widespread network infiltration and data exfiltration.
Security mitigations for CVE-2022-41007 should prioritize immediate firmware updates from Siretta to address the underlying buffer overflow conditions in the DetranCLI parsing functions. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be implemented to restrict access to the affected device, limiting potential attack surfaces and preventing unauthorized access to the command interface. Regular network monitoring should be enhanced to detect anomalous traffic patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts, particularly focusing on unusual port redirection commands. System administrators should implement input validation measures and consider deploying intrusion detection systems that can identify malicious command sequences targeting the vulnerable parsing functions. Additionally, the principle of defense in depth should be applied through network access controls, secure configuration management, and regular security assessments to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other network infrastructure components. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-121 stack-based buffer overflow and maps to ATT&CK techniques involving command and control communications and privilege escalation.