Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows attackers with physical access to escalate privileges on affected installations of Arlo Q Plus 1.9.0.3_278. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the SSH service. The device can be booted into a special operation mode where hard-coded credentials are accepted for SSH authentication. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-12890.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arlo | Q Plus Firmware | 1.9.0.3_278 |
| Arlo | Q Plus | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://kb.arlo.com/000062592/Security-Advisory-for-Arlo-Q-Plus-SSH-Use-of-Hard-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-683/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://kb.arlo.com/000062592/Security-Advisory-for-Arlo-Q-Plus-SSH-Use-of-Hard-Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-683/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-31505?
CVE-2021-31505 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). This vulnerability allows attackers with physical access to escalate privileges on affected installations of Arlo Q Plus 1.9.0.3_278. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The ...
How severe is CVE-2021-31505?
CVE-2021-31505 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-31505?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Arlo Q Plus Firmware, Arlo Q Plus.