Vulnerability identifier: #VU25733

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-5535

CWE-ID: CWE-78

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OpenBlocks IoT VX2
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Plat\'Home Co.,Ltd.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation. A remote unauthenticated attacker on the local network can execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OpenBlocks IoT VX2: All versions

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External links
http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN19666251/index.html
http://www.plathome.co.jp/software/vx2-v4-0-0/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.