CVE-2024-22729 in MW5360
Summary
by MITRE • 01/25/2024
NETIS SYSTEMS MW5360 V1.0.1.3031 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the password parameter on the login page.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/05/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-22729 represents a critical command injection flaw within NETIS SYSTEMS MW5360 firmware version 1.0.1.3031. This security weakness resides in the authentication mechanism of the device, specifically targeting the password parameter field on the login page. The flaw allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected device by manipulating the password input field, potentially leading to complete system compromise. Such vulnerabilities are particularly dangerous because they exploit the trust relationship between legitimate users and the system, enabling unauthorized access to network devices that control critical infrastructure components.
The technical implementation of this command injection vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the web application layer of the NETIS MW5360 router. When a user submits a login request with a specially crafted password parameter, the system fails to properly escape or filter special characters that could be interpreted as command delimiters or operators. This allows malicious payloads to be executed within the context of the device's operating system, potentially enabling attackers to gain root access, modify system configurations, or even install persistent backdoors. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-77 according to the Common Weakness Enumeration catalog, which specifically addresses command injection flaws in software applications. This weakness is further categorized under the ATT&CK framework as T1059.001 - Command and Scripting Interpreter: PowerShell, which describes techniques used to execute commands through various interpreter environments.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it provides attackers with comprehensive control over the affected network device. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to establish persistent access to the network infrastructure, potentially using the device as a pivot point for lateral movement within the network. The compromised router could be used to redirect traffic, monitor communications, or serve as a launching point for attacks against other systems. Given that many network devices operate with elevated privileges, successful exploitation could result in significant network disruption or data breaches. Organizations relying on NETIS MW5360 devices for network management and security could face severe consequences, including unauthorized network access, data exfiltration, and potential compromise of the entire network infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-22729 should prioritize immediate firmware updates from NETIS SYSTEMS to address the identified command injection vulnerability. Network administrators should implement network segmentation and access controls to limit potential attack vectors and reduce the impact of successful exploitation attempts. Regular monitoring of network traffic for suspicious command execution patterns and implementing web application firewalls can help detect and prevent exploitation attempts. Additionally, organizations should conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify other potentially affected devices within their network infrastructure. The remediation process should include disabling unnecessary services, implementing strong authentication mechanisms, and maintaining detailed audit logs to track access attempts. Security teams should also consider implementing intrusion detection systems that can identify patterns consistent with command injection attacks and establish incident response procedures to address potential exploitation attempts effectively.