CVE-2022-41012 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 'no schedule link1 WORD link2 WORD policy (failover|backup) description (WORD|null)' command template.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/05/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-41012 represents a critical stack-based buffer overflow within the DetranCLI command parsing subsystem of Siretta QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020 network equipment. This flaw resides in the command processing logic that handles the specific command template 'no schedule link1 WORD link2 WORD policy (failover|backup) description (WORD|null)'. The buffer overflow occurs when the system processes network packets containing crafted input data that exceeds the allocated stack buffer space, creating a potential entry point for malicious exploitation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and bounds checking within the command parsing function. When the system encounters the specified command template with maliciously crafted WORD parameters, the parsing routine fails to properly validate the length of input data before copying it into fixed-size stack buffers. This classic buffer overflow condition allows attackers to overwrite adjacent stack memory, potentially corrupting program execution flow and enabling arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and requires network access to exploit, making it particularly dangerous for remote attackers who can leverage it without physical access to the device.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple privilege escalation, as it enables complete system compromise through arbitrary command execution. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can execute malicious code with the privileges of the affected service, potentially gaining full control over the network device. This could lead to unauthorized network access, data exfiltration, service disruption, and the establishment of persistent backdoors. The vulnerability affects the QUARTZ-GOLD G5.0.1.5-210720-141020 firmware version, indicating that organizations running this specific software version are at risk and should implement immediate mitigations to protect their network infrastructure.
Organizations should prioritize patch management and firmware updates to address this vulnerability, as the manufacturer likely released security patches to resolve the buffer overflow conditions. Network segmentation and access control measures can provide additional defense-in-depth layers, limiting the potential attack surface. Monitoring network traffic for unusual command sequences and implementing intrusion detection systems can help identify exploitation attempts. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-121 stack-based buffer overflow classification and represents a significant risk under the ATT&CK framework's execution and privilege escalation tactics, particularly targeting network infrastructure devices. Security teams should also consider conducting vulnerability assessments to identify other potential command injection points within similar network management interfaces, as this represents a pattern of insecure input handling that could affect other components of the system.