CVE-2022-22985 : What You Need to Know

Aarón Flecha Menéndez of S21Sec reported a vulnerability in IPCOMM ipDIO, a product of IPCOMM, affecting version 3.9, disclosed on March 3, 2022. The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious code into specific web sections, leading to code execution when a legitimate user accesses them.

Understanding CVE-2022-22985

This CVE details a code injection vulnerability in IPCOMM ipDIO, impacting its users with version 3.9.

What is CVE-2022-22985?

The absence of filters in specific sections of the web application of IPCOMM ipDIO allows threat actors to insert and execute malicious code when a legitimate user interacts with those sections.

The Impact of CVE-2022-22985

The vulnerability poses a high impact in terms of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. With a CVSS base score of 8.8, it requires user interaction but no privileges, making it a significant threat.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-22985

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability stems from the lack of input filters in certain web sections, enabling attackers to inject harmful code that triggers upon user interaction.

Affected Systems and Versions

IPCOMM ipDIO version 3.9 is confirmed to be affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

Malicious code injection is achieved through specific parameters in the web application, allowing it to execute when browsing history.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Users are advised to upgrade to IPCOMM's ip4Cloud device, which is the successor to ipDIO. For assistance, reach out to IPCOMM customer support.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update systems, implement input validation, and conduct security audits to prevent code injection vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

For more information and assistance with upgrading, visit the official IPCOMM ip4Cloud product page.