Vulnerability identifier: #VU52459

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-23281

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Intelligent Power Protector
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration
Intelligent Power Manager
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration
Intelligent Power Manager Virtual Appliance
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor:

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the "coverterCheckList" function in meta_driver_srv.js class. A remote attacker on the local network can send a specially crafted packet and execute arbitrary code 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

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External links
http://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/news-insights/cybersecurity/security-bulletins/eaton-intelligent-power-manager-ipm-vulnerability-advisory.pdf

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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.