Vulnerability Description
TP-Link Omada ER605 PPTP VPN username Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of TP-Link Omada ER605 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. However, devices are only vulnerable if configured to use a PPTP VPN with LDAP authentication. The specific flaw exists within the handling of the username parameter provided to the /usr/bin/pppd endpoint. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-22446.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Omada Er605 Firmware | 2.2.2 |
| Tp-Link | Omada Er605 | 2.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-499/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-499/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-5227?
CVE-2024-5227 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). TP-Link Omada ER605 PPTP VPN username Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of...
How severe is CVE-2024-5227?
CVE-2024-5227 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-5227?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tp-Link Omada Er605 Firmware, Tp-Link Omada Er605.