CVE-2017-20236
Command Injection in ProSoft ICX35-HWC Gateway Allows Root Access
Publication date: 2026-04-03
Last updated on: 2026-04-22
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| prosoft-technology | icx35-hwc_firmware | to 1.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
ProSoft Technology ICX35-HWC versions 1.3 and prior cellular gateways have an input validation vulnerability in their web user interface. This flaw allows remote attackers to inject and execute system commands by submitting malicious input through unvalidated fields on the web interface.
Exploiting this vulnerability enables attackers to gain root privileges and execute arbitrary commands on the affected device.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts as it allows remote attackers to gain root access to the device, which means full control over the system.
- Attackers can execute arbitrary commands on the device.
- Compromise of device integrity and confidentiality.
- Potential disruption of services provided by the cellular gateway.
- Use of the compromised device as a foothold for further attacks within a network.