CVE-2024-8073: web application Input Validation Flaw

Description

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Hillstone Networks Hillstone Networks Web Application Firewall on 5.5R6 allows Command Injection.This issue affects Hillstone Networks Web Application Firewall: from 5.5R6-2.6.7 through 5.5R6-2.8.13.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-20 Improper Input Validation

CWE-77 CWE-77

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
hillstonenet	web_application_firewall	All
hillstonenet	web_application_firewall	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.hillstonenet.com.cn/security-notification/2024/08/21/mlzrld-2/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8073? +

Improper Input Validation vulnerability in Hillstone Networks Hillstone Networks Web Application Firewall on 5.5R6 allows Command Injection.This issue affects Hillstone Networks Web Application Firewall: from 5.5R6-2.6.7 through 5.5R6-2.8.13. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2024-8073? +

CVE-2024-8073 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-8073? +

CVE-2024-8073 affects products from hillstonenet, specifically: web_application_firewall. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-8073? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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