CVE-2024-57023
📋 TL;DR
This CVE describes an OS command injection vulnerability in TOTOLINK X5000R routers where an attacker can execute arbitrary commands via the 'week' parameter in the setWiFiScheduleCfg function. This affects users of TOTOLINK X5000R routers running vulnerable firmware versions, potentially allowing attackers to gain control of the device.
💻 Affected Systems
- TOTOLINK X5000R
📦 What is this software?
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Full compromise of the router leading to network infiltration, data exfiltration, and use as a pivot point for attacking other devices on the network.
Likely Case
Unauthorized command execution on the router, potentially enabling configuration changes, service disruption, or credential theft.
If Mitigated
Limited impact with proper network segmentation and access controls preventing exploitation attempts.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires authentication to the router's web interface; command injection is straightforward once authenticated.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown
Vendor Advisory: https://www.totolink.net/
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
Check TOTOLINK website for firmware updates; download and install latest firmware via web interface; reboot router after update.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable WiFi Schedule Feature
allRemove or disable the setWiFiScheduleCfg functionality to prevent exploitation.
Restrict Web Interface Access
allLimit access to router's admin interface to trusted IP addresses only.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Segment router on isolated network segment
- Implement strict firewall rules to limit router communication
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check router firmware version via web interface; if version matches affected range, assume vulnerable.Check Version:
Login to router web interface and check System Status or Firmware Update page.Verify Fix Applied:
Verify firmware version has been updated to a version later than V9.1.0cu.2350_B20230313.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual commands in system logs
- Multiple failed authentication attempts followed by setWiFiScheduleCfg requests
Network Indicators:
- Unexpected outbound connections from router
- Anomalous traffic patterns from router IP
SIEM Query:
source="router_logs" AND (event="setWiFiScheduleCfg" OR command="*;*" OR command="*|*")