CVE-2025-60969 in Sonoma D12 Network Time Server
Summary
by MITRE • 10/06/2025
Directory Traversal vulnerability in EndRun Technologies Sonoma D12 Network Time Server (GPS) F/W 6010-0076-000 Ver 4.00 allows attackers to gain sensitive information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/06/2025
The directory traversal vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-60969 affects the EndRun Technologies Sonoma D12 Network Time Server running firmware version 6010-0076-000 Ver 4.00. This device serves as a critical component in network infrastructure, providing precise time synchronization services through GPS signals. The vulnerability resides in the device's web interface implementation where insufficient input validation allows malicious actors to manipulate file path references and access restricted system files. The affected system operates under the assumption that all user inputs are trustworthy, creating an opportunity for attackers to exploit improper path handling mechanisms within the firmware's file access routines. This weakness enables unauthorized access to sensitive configuration data, system logs, and potentially authentication credentials stored within the device's file system.
The technical flaw manifests through improper validation of user-supplied parameters in the web-based management interface. When processing file requests, the system fails to adequately sanitize input strings that contain directory traversal sequences such as '../' or similar path manipulation attempts. This vulnerability directly maps to CWE-22, which describes improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, commonly known as directory traversal or path traversal attacks. The flaw allows attackers to bypass normal access controls and retrieve files that should be restricted to authorized administrators only. The device's implementation lacks proper input sanitization and validation mechanisms that would normally prevent such malicious path manipulation attempts from succeeding.
Operationally, this vulnerability presents significant risks to network security infrastructure and operational continuity. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain access to sensitive information including system configuration files that may contain network topology details, user credentials, or other confidential operational data. The impact extends beyond simple information disclosure as the retrieved data could enable further exploitation attempts against the broader network infrastructure. The Sonoma D12 device's role as a time synchronization server makes it particularly valuable to attackers who might use the compromised information to conduct coordinated attacks or establish persistent access points within the network. The vulnerability affects the device's authentication model and could potentially allow privilege escalation if sensitive administrative files are accessible through the traversal mechanism.
Mitigation strategies should focus on immediate firmware updates from EndRun Technologies to address the directory traversal vulnerability. Organizations should implement network segmentation to limit access to the device to only authorized personnel and systems. The principle of least privilege should be enforced by restricting web interface access to essential administrative functions only. Network monitoring solutions should be configured to detect anomalous file access patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments of network time servers and other critical infrastructure devices should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under T1212 - Exploitation for Credential Access, highlighting the potential for credential theft through file system exploitation. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to filter malicious path traversal attempts and establish incident response procedures specifically addressing time server compromises. Regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing of network infrastructure components will help identify and remediate similar weaknesses before they can be exploited by adversaries.