CVE-2025-60957 in Sonoma D12 Network Time Server
Summary
by MITRE • 10/06/2025
OS Command Injection vulnerability in EndRun Technologies Sonoma D12 Network Time Server (GPS) F/W 6010-0071-000 Ver 4.00 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, cause a denial of service, gain escalated privileges, and gain sensitive information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/06/2025
The CVE-2025-60957 vulnerability represents a critical operating system command injection flaw discovered in the EndRun Technologies Sonoma D12 Network Time Server firmware version 4.00. This network time server device, which serves as a GPS-based time synchronization solution, contains a fundamental security weakness that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization within the device's web interface and network communication protocols, creating an exploitable entry point for malicious actors to gain unauthorized access to the underlying operating system.
This command injection vulnerability operates at the core of the device's network time server functionality, where user-supplied parameters are improperly handled during processing. The flaw enables attackers to inject malicious operating system commands through various input vectors including web form fields, API endpoints, or network protocols that the device uses to communicate with clients. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-77 as "Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')", which specifically addresses the failure to properly sanitize user input before using it in system command execution contexts.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution to encompass a comprehensive range of security consequences that can severely compromise network infrastructure. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges from standard user access to root or administrative levels, effectively gaining complete control over the network time server device. The potential for denial of service attacks exists through command injection that could crash system processes or render the device inoperable. Additionally, the vulnerability enables information disclosure attacks where attackers can extract sensitive system data, configuration files, and potentially network credentials that the device may store or process.
The attack surface for this vulnerability includes any network interface that accepts user input, particularly the web management interface and network protocols used for time synchronization services. The device's role in network time synchronization makes it a particularly attractive target for attackers seeking to manipulate time-sensitive operations or establish persistent access points within network environments. According to ATT&CK framework category T1059.001 for Command and Scripting Interpreter, this vulnerability enables adversaries to execute malicious commands through legitimate system interfaces. The exploitation requires minimal privileges and can be automated, making it particularly dangerous for network infrastructure devices that typically operate with elevated privileges.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-60957 should prioritize immediate firmware updates from EndRun Technologies to address the command injection vulnerability. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be implemented to restrict access to the device's management interfaces, limiting exposure to trusted networks only. Input validation should be strengthened at all entry points to prevent malicious command injection attempts, with proper sanitization of user-supplied data before processing. Regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify additional vulnerabilities in network infrastructure devices. The implementation of network monitoring solutions can help detect anomalous command execution patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts. Organizations should also establish incident response procedures specifically addressing network time server compromises, given the critical nature of time synchronization services in maintaining network security and compliance requirements.