CVE-2022-47616 in CODA-5310
Summary
by MITRE • 06/02/2023
Hitron CODA-5310 has insufficient filtering for specific parameters in the connection test function. A remote attacker authenticated as an administrator, can use the management page to perform command injection attacks, to execute arbitrary system command, manipulate system or disrupt service.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/02/2023
The Hitron CODA-5310 device presents a critical command injection vulnerability through its connection test function that lacks proper input validation and parameter filtering. This vulnerability exists within the device's web management interface where administrative users can perform network connectivity testing. The insufficient filtering allows malicious actors to inject arbitrary commands through specific parameters in the connection test functionality, creating a pathway for remote code execution. The vulnerability specifically targets the command execution mechanism used by the device's testing functions, which do not adequately sanitize user-supplied inputs before processing them within the system shell.
This security flaw operates under the CWE-77 principle of command injection, where untrusted data is directly incorporated into command strings without proper validation or escaping mechanisms. The vulnerability's exploitation requires administrative authentication, which aligns with the ATT&CK technique T1078.004 for valid accounts and T1566.001 for valid accounts as the attacker must first establish administrative access. The device's management interface provides a direct attack surface where the connection test function processes parameters that are not properly validated, allowing attackers to manipulate the underlying system commands. The command injection occurs at the application level where user inputs are concatenated into system command strings without proper sanitization.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple command execution to encompass complete system compromise and service disruption. An attacker with administrative credentials can execute arbitrary system commands, potentially gaining root access to the device's operating system. This capability enables attackers to modify device configurations, extract sensitive data, install malicious software, or disrupt network services. The vulnerability affects the device's core functionality by allowing unauthorized manipulation of the network testing features, which could be used to escalate privileges or establish persistent access. The disruption potential includes denial of service conditions where attackers can terminate critical processes or corrupt system files through command injection.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of input validation and parameter sanitization measures within the device's web management interface. Network administrators should ensure that all user-supplied parameters in connection test functions undergo strict validation and filtering before being processed. The device firmware should be updated to implement proper command escaping and input sanitization techniques that prevent malicious command injection attempts. Organizations should enforce the principle of least privilege by limiting administrative access to authorized personnel only and implementing multi-factor authentication. Additionally, network segmentation and monitoring solutions should be deployed to detect anomalous command execution patterns. The vulnerability highlights the importance of proper security testing and code review processes during device development, particularly for functions that interact with system-level commands. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar issues in network infrastructure devices, as this vulnerability demonstrates the critical need for robust input validation in all network management interfaces.