CVE-2024-27708
airc.pt · airc.pt MyNET
A critical vulnerability has been identified in airc.pt MyNET software, designated CVE-2024-27708.
Executive summary
A critical vulnerability has been identified in airc.pt MyNET software, designated CVE-2024-27708. This flaw allows a remote attacker to inject malicious content into the application, which could lead to arbitrary code execution on the server. Successful exploitation poses a severe risk of complete system compromise, data theft, and service disruption, and requires immediate attention.
Vulnerability
The vulnerability is an Iframe injection flaw within the airc.pt MyNET application. An unauthenticated, remote attacker can exploit this by crafting a malicious URL that includes a manipulated src parameter. When a user or the system processes this URL, the application improperly validates the src parameter, causing it to load and display content from an attacker-controlled source within an iframe. According to the vulnerability description, this can be escalated to achieve arbitrary code execution on the server, indicating a highly critical and complex flaw beyond typical content spoofing.
Business impact
This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.6. If exploited, it could allow an attacker to gain complete control over the affected server. Potential consequences include the theft of sensitive corporate or customer data, deployment of ransomware, disruption of critical business operations, and significant reputational damage. The ability for a remote attacker to execute code makes this a top-tier threat that could serve as an initial access point for a wider network compromise.
Remediation
Immediate Action: Immediately update the affected airc.pt MyNET software to a version higher than 26.06, as recommended by the vendor. After applying the patch, review access logs and system monitoring tools for any indicators of compromise that may have occurred prior to remediation.
Proactive Monitoring: Security teams should proactively monitor web server access logs for unusual requests, specifically looking for URLs with a src parameter pointing to external or unrecognized domains. Monitor for any anomalous outbound network traffic from the application server, which could indicate a successful compromise and communication with a command-and-control server.
Compensating Controls: If patching cannot be performed immediately, implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules designed to inspect and block malicious src parameters in incoming requests. Additionally, enforcing a strict Content Security Policy (CSP) with the frame-ancestors 'self' directive can help mitigate the risk by preventing the application from being framed by external sites.
Exploitation status
Public Exploit Available: false
Analyst recommendation
Given the critical severity (CVSS 9.6) and the potential for remote code execution, this vulnerability requires immediate remediation. We strongly recommend that all affected instances of airc.pt MyNET be patched without delay. Although this vulnerability is not currently listed on the CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities) catalog, its high-impact nature warrants treating it with the highest priority, equivalent to a known exploited threat.