CVE-2024-12986: Software Security Vulnerability Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-3gp8-m3mx-fm5q
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CVSS 7.3
CWE-77
Published
Advisory Summary

CVE-2024-12986 is a MODERATE (CVSS 7.3) security vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')) affecting Software libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The weakness occurs when the product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2024-12986 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2024-12986
GHSA Identifier GHSA-3gp8-m3mx-fm5q
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score 7.3
CWE Classification CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
Affected Product Software
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

Security Impact

CVSS: 7.3

The security impact metrics below are parsed directly from the CVSS v3.1 vector string (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L).

Attack Vector Network (AV:N)
Attack Complexity Low (AC:L)
Privileges Required None (PR:N)
User Interaction None (UI:N)
Scope Unchanged (S:U)
Confidentiality Low (C:L)
Integrity Low (I:L)
Availability Low (A:L)

How to Fix CVE-2024-12986

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Software dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2024-12986, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Software in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than the patched release), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection'), where the product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component. In Software, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in DrayTek Vigor2960 and Vigor300B 1.5.1.3/1.5.1.4. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /cgi-bin/mainfunction.cgi/apmcfgupptim of the component Web Management Interface. The manipulation of the argument session leads to os command injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 1.5.1.5 is able to address this issue. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.

References

NVD — CVE-2024-12986 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-12986
netsecfish.notion.site/command-injection-i... WEB
https://netsecfish.notion.site/Command-Injection-in-apmcfgupptim-endpoint-for-DrayTek-Gateway-Devices-1676b683e67c80b9ad8cc37b93273bf6
netsecfish.notion.site/command-injection-i... WEB
https://netsecfish.notion.site/Command-Injection-in-apmcfgupptim-endpoint-for-DrayTek-Gateway-Devices-1676b683e67c80b9ad8cc37b93273bf6?pvs=4
vuldb.com/ WEB
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.289379
vuldb.com/ WEB
https://vuldb.com/?id.289379
vuldb.com/ WEB
https://vuldb.com/?submit.468794

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-12986?
CVE-2024-12986 is a security vulnerability in Software classified as a security vulnerability vulnerability under CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection').
Which Software versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches.
What version fixes CVE-2024-12986?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-12986?
CVE-2024-12986 has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.3 (MODERATE) with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2024-12986?
CVE-2024-12986 is classified under CWE-77: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') (The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2024-12986?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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