CVE-2023-31471 Security feature bypass in n/a
Attackers can bypass client-side restrictions to install arbitrary software, including reverse shells, on GL.iNet devices via the software installation feature.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-31471?
CVE-2023-31471 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 10 May 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered on GL.iNet devices before 3.216. Through the software installation feature, it is possible to install arbitrary software, such as a reverse shell, because the restrictions on the available package list are limited to client-side verification. It is possible to install software from the filesystem, the package list, or a URL.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-31471?
It affects 32 products.
Products include Gl-Inet Gl-A1300 Firmware, Gl-Inet Gl-Ap1300 Firmware, Gl-Inet Gl-Ap1300lte Firmware, Gl-Inet Gl-Ar300m Firmware, Gl-Inet Gl-Ar750 Firmware, Gl-Inet Gl-Ar750s Firmware and 26 more.
How do I fix CVE-2023-31471?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-31471 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2023-31471 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-31471 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-jxjx-jw7q-vw57.