OpenWrt Firmware Fiasco: Patch Now or Risk Rogue Updates!
OpenWrt has patched a critical vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-54143, which exposed its sysupgrade server to malicious exploitation. The flaw allowed attackers to serve compromised firmware via the Attended SysUpgrade service. Users are advised to upgrade to the same firmware version to mitigate any risks.
Hot Take:
Who knew that updating your router’s firmware could be as nerve-racking as updating your ex’s relationship status? Thanks to OpenWrt’s latest flaw, you might want to keep your firmware updates as frequent as your dentist visits—only when absolutely necessary. But fear not, the vigilant OpenWrt team has swooped in with a patch faster than you can say “sysupgrade!”
Key Points:
- CVE-2024-54143 affects OpenWrt’s sysupgrade server, risking malicious firmware installations.
- Command Injection and SHA-256 Hash Collisions are the main culprits behind the vulnerability.
- Attackers can serve compromised firmware without needing authentication.
- OpenWrt advises in-place upgrades to mitigate potential risks.
- Official images remain unaffected; patching is encouraged for custom and public instances.
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