CVE-2022-35268 : Security Advisory and Response

A denial of service vulnerability exists in the web_server hashFirst functionality of Robustel R1510 3.1.16 and 3.3.0. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially-crafted network request to trigger a denial of service affecting the

/action/import_sdk_file/

API.

Understanding CVE-2022-35268

This section provides insights into the nature and impact of the CVE-2022-35268 vulnerability.

What is CVE-2022-35268?

CVE-2022-35268 is a denial of service vulnerability present in Robustel R1510 versions 3.1.16 and 3.3.0. Attackers can exploit this flaw by sending malicious network requests, leading to a denial of service condition.

The Impact of CVE-2022-35268

The vulnerability can result in a denial of service, rendering the

/action/import_sdk_file/

API inaccessible and impacting the normal operation of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-35268

Explore the technical aspects of the CVE-2022-35268 vulnerability to better understand its implications and risks.

Vulnerability Description

CVE-2022-35268 is classified as a CWE-125: Out-of-bounds Read vulnerability. By targeting the web_server hashFirst functionality, attackers can disrupt the service availability by sending specific network requests.

Affected Systems and Versions

Robustel R1510 versions 3.1.16 and 3.3.0 are affected by this vulnerability. Organizations using these versions are at risk of a denial of service attack through exploitation of the

/action/import_sdk_file/

API.

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors who send crafted network requests to the target system, causing a denial of service condition due to the mishandling of incoming data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn about the steps to mitigate the CVE-2022-35268 vulnerability and safeguard your systems.

Immediate Steps to Take

Immediately update the affected Robustel R1510 devices to non-vulnerable versions, if available. Implement network-level protections to filter out potentially malicious requests targeting the

/action/import_sdk_file/

API.

Long-Term Security Practices

Ensure regular security assessments and updates to detect and patch vulnerabilities promptly. Educate staff on identifying and reporting suspicious network activities that could indicate an ongoing attack.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Robustel and apply patches or firmware updates as soon as they are released to address known vulnerabilities effectively.