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Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface SQL Injection Vulnerability

CVE advisorySeverity: CRITICAL (CVSS 9.8)

CVE-2024-8997

A vulnerability in the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface allows SQL injection, potentially enabling unauthorized access and modification of data. This impacts organizations using the affected interface, posing a risk to data integrity and business operations. The flaw permits attackers to inject malicious SQL comman

4Halo Surface Signal

SQL Injection

Vestel Evc04 Configuration Interface

18.03.2025 and earlier

External exposure likelihood

Halo Surface Signal score for CVE-2024-8997

The vulnerability resides in the configuration interface of an electric vehicle charging station (EVC04). Such management and configuration interfaces for internet-connected appliances or infrastructure hardware are commonly exposed to the network to allow for remote administration and monitoring, making them likely to be reachable in many deployment scenarios.

Horizon Alert

Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters

A vulnerability in the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface affects systems that have not been updated. The flaw allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access and modification of data. This could compromise sensitive information and disrupt business operations.

  • Vulnerable: EVC04 Configuration Interface
  • Flaw: SQL command injection
  • Impact: Data compromise and operational disruption

Attack Path

How an attacker could exploit the issue

This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious SQL commands into the configuration interface. Attackers can exploit this by sending specially crafted requests to the affected interface. Successful exploitation could grant unauthorized access to data or allow for modifications to the system.

  • Requires an exposed interface.
  • Attacker sends malicious SQL.
  • Control over data or system.

Live Threat

Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context

The Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface has a critical SQL injection vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate database queries through the configuration interface. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access, modification, or deletion of sensitive data.

  • Attackers could have low skill.
  • Exploitation requires network access.
  • Business risk is high; treat as urgent.

Priority actions

Operational Fix

Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps

This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious SQL commands into the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface. Such an attack could compromise the integrity and availability of data or systems. Organizations using this product should take immediate steps to identify and mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability.

  • Identify all EVC04 Configuration Interfaces in use.
  • Restrict network access to the interface.
  • Update the configuration interface and verify the fix.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface?

The Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface is a component used for managing and configuring Vestel EVC04 devices, which are related to electric vehicle charging. It allows users to set up and control the functionalities of these charging station interfaces.

What kind of weakness does CVE-2024-8997 represent?

CVE-2024-8997 is an SQL Injection vulnerability (CWE-89). This means an attacker can trick the software into running unintended SQL commands, potentially allowing them to read, modify, or delete data in the system's database.

How can an attacker exploit this SQL Injection flaw?

An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted data to the EVC04 Configuration Interface. This data is designed to be interpreted as SQL commands, rather than just input data, thereby manipulating the database queries the interface makes. The vulnerability is triggered by specifically crafted requests, not by regular use.

Who should be concerned about this vulnerability based on its exposure?

Organizations using the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface should be concerned. Halo Surface Signal indicates this vulnerability is likely exposed externally, meaning it could be accessible from the internet, increasing the potential for remote exploitation.

What is the first step to address this CVE?

The first step is to identify all instances of the Vestel EVC04 Configuration Interface within your environment. After identification, restrict network access to the interface where possible, and plan for updating the software to a secure version as recommended by Vestel.

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