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Alcatel OmniPCX Command Execution Vulnerability

CVE advisoryKnown Exploit

CVE-2007-3010

A vulnerability exists in Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Servers, allowing remote command execution. This could impact affected systems, potentially leading to data compromise and business disruption. The realistic business risk involves unauthorized control over server functions.

2Halo Surface Signal

Al Enterprise Omnipcx Enterprise Communication Server

7.1 and earlier

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2007-3010

The vulnerability exists in a Unified Maintenance Tool for an enterprise communication server. While the interface is network-accessible, such management and maintenance tools are typically restricted to internal administrative networks or VPNs and are rarely exposed directly to the public internet in standard deployments.

CVSS vector

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

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

A vulnerability has been identified in the Unified Maintenance Tool of Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Servers. This flaw could allow unauthorized individuals to execute commands on affected systems. The potential impact includes the compromise of sensitive data and disruption of business operations.

  • Vulnerable: Unified Maintenance Tool
  • Flaw: Allows arbitrary command execution
  • Impact: Data compromise, operational disruption

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected communication server. An attacker can exploit this by sending specially crafted commands to the server's Unified Maintenance Tool. This could lead to unauthorized access and control over the server's functions, impacting business operations and data.

  • External network access required.
  • Attacker sends commands to the tool.
  • Commands execute arbitrary code.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

This vulnerability impacts Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Server versions prior to R7.1, specifically within the masterCGI component of the Unified Maintenance Tool. Successful exploitation could allow an unauthorized party to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system. The potential for remote execution of commands without requiring prior access or authentication suggests a significant risk to business operations and data integrity.

  • Likely attacker skill level: Low
  • Required access or conditions: Network access
  • Business risk or urgency: High

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This vulnerability impacts Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Server versions prior to R7.1. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by leveraging specific parameters within the Unified Maintenance Tool. This could lead to unauthorized access and control over affected systems, posing a significant business risk.

  • Identify all OmniPCX Enterprise servers.
  • Restrict network access to the Unified Maintenance Tool.
  • Apply vendor updates and validate system integrity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Server?

The Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Server is a system used for business phone and communication services. It manages calls, data, and other communication functions within an organization. Versions R7.1 and earlier are affected by this vulnerability in their Unified Maintenance Tool.

What kind of weakness does CVE-2007-3010 represent?

CVE-2007-3010 is an instance of CWE-77, which is a command injection weakness. This means an attacker can trick the software into running commands they specify, rather than the commands the software was intended to run.

How can an attacker exploit this CVE without preconditions?

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending commands with special characters to the Unified Maintenance Tool's 'ping' function. This is possible because the tool doesn't properly handle these characters, allowing arbitrary commands to be executed remotely without any prior authentication.

Who should be concerned about this vulnerability's exposure?

Organizations using Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Servers should be concerned. While the Halo Surface Signal suggests this is unlikely to be internet-facing in typical setups, any instance where the Unified Maintenance Tool is accessible from the internet presents a direct risk.

What is the first step to address this threat on Alcatel OmniPCX?

The immediate first step is to identify all Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise Communication Servers in your environment. Subsequently, it is crucial to restrict network access to the Unified Maintenance Tool to only necessary internal administrative networks.

References

Sources and related resources

Primary sources: NVD, CVE.org, CISA KEV.

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