CVE-2024-45415 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The HTTPD binary in multiple ZTE routers has a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in check_data_integrity function. This function is responsible for validating the checksum of data in post request. The checksum is sent encrypted in the request, the function decrypts it and stores the checksum on the stack without validating it. An unauthenticated attacker can get RCE as root by exploiting this vulnerability.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-121

References

https://wr3nchsr.github.io/zte-multiple-routers-httpd-vulnerabilities-advisory/

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-45415?

CVE-2024-45415 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The HTTPD binary in multiple ZTE routers has a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in check_data_integrity function. This function is responsible for validating the checksum of data in post requ...

How severe is CVE-2024-45415?

CVE-2024-45415 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-45415?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.