CVE-2020-8007
📋 TL;DR
CVE-2020-8007 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on Circontrol Raption EV charging stations through command injection in three configuration fields. This affects all systems running pwrstudio web application in Raption series through version 5.6.2. Attackers can gain full control of the charging station server.
💻 Affected Systems
- Circontrol Raption EV Charging Station
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete compromise of EV charging infrastructure allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands, disrupt charging operations, pivot to internal networks, or cause physical damage through electrical manipulation.
Likely Case
Remote code execution leading to unauthorized access, data theft, service disruption, and potential lateral movement within the charging network.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if proper network segmentation and access controls prevent external exploitation, though internal threats remain.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires access to the configuration interface but no special privileges. Public disclosure includes technical details.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: 5.6.3 or later
Vendor Advisory: https://circontrol.com/intelligent-charging-solutions/dc-chargers-series/raption-150/
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Contact Circontrol for updated firmware. 2. Backup current configuration. 3. Apply firmware update via management interface. 4. Restart the charging station. 5. Verify functionality.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Input Validation Configuration
allImplement strict input validation on ntpserver0, ntpserver1, and pingip fields to reject shell metacharacters
# Requires application modification - no direct command
Network Access Restriction
linuxRestrict access to pwrstudio web interface to trusted IP addresses only
iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport [WEB_PORT] -s [TRUSTED_IP] -j ACCEPT
iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport [WEB_PORT] -j DROP
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Isolate EV charging stations on separate network segments with strict firewall rules
- Implement multi-factor authentication and strong access controls for configuration interfaces
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check web interface for version information in pwrstudio application or attempt safe command injection test in configuration fieldsCheck Version:
Check web interface at /status or /about pages, or use vendor-specific CLI commands if availableVerify Fix Applied:
Verify firmware version is 5.6.3 or later and test that command injection attempts in ntpserver0, ntpserver1, and pingip fields are properly rejected📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual command execution in system logs
- Multiple failed login attempts to configuration interface
- Unexpected configuration changes to NTP or ping settings
Network Indicators:
- Unusual outbound connections from charging station
- Traffic to unexpected ports or IP addresses
- Suspicious payloads in HTTP requests to configuration endpoints
SIEM Query:
source="ev_charger_logs" AND (event="config_change" AND (field="ntpserver*" OR field="pingip")) OR (process="shell" AND parent="pwrstudio")