CVE-2024-25010
📋 TL;DR
Ericsson RAN Compute and Site Controller 6610 contains an improper input validation vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. This affects telecommunications infrastructure running vulnerable configurations of these Ericsson products. Successful exploitation could compromise critical network equipment.
💻 Affected Systems
- Ericsson RAN Compute 6610
- Ericsson Site Controller 6610
⚠️ 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 system compromise allowing attacker to execute arbitrary code, disrupt telecommunications services, pivot to other network segments, and potentially cause widespread service outages.
Likely Case
Local or remote code execution leading to service disruption, data exfiltration, or lateral movement within the telecommunications network.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper network segmentation, input validation, and access controls preventing exploitation attempts.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires specific vulnerable configurations and likely some level of access to the system. No public exploit code available at this time.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Not specified in public advisory
Vendor Advisory: https://www.ericsson.com/en/about-us/security/psirt/CVE-2024-25010
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Contact Ericsson support for specific patch information. 2. Apply the security update provided by Ericsson. 3. Restart affected systems as required. 4. Verify the patch was successfully applied.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Network Segmentation
allIsolate Ericsson RAN Compute and Site Controller systems from untrusted networks and limit access to authorized personnel only.
Input Validation Enhancement
allImplement additional input validation controls at network perimeter or through intermediary systems.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict network access controls and segmentation to limit exposure
- Monitor systems for unusual activity and implement enhanced logging
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check system configuration against Ericsson's vulnerability criteria and review system logs for exploitation attempts.Check Version:
Use Ericsson-specific management commands or contact Ericsson support for version verificationVerify Fix Applied:
Verify patch installation through Ericsson management tools and confirm system is running updated software version.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual process execution
- Unexpected system modifications
- Authentication anomalies
Network Indicators:
- Unusual network traffic to/from Ericsson systems
- Unexpected protocol usage
SIEM Query:
source="ericsson_systems" AND (event_type="process_execution" OR event_type="system_modification")