Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e - Local File Inclusion

What is the "Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e - Local File Inclusion?"

The "Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e - Local File Inclusion" module is designed to detect local file inclusion vulnerabilities in the Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e software. This module focuses on identifying misconfigurations or vulnerabilities that could potentially allow an attacker to include and read sensitive files on the target system. The severity of this vulnerability is classified as high, indicating the potential for significant impact if exploited.

This module was authored by pikpikcu.

Impact

A successful exploitation of the local file inclusion vulnerability in the Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e software could allow an attacker to access sensitive files on the target system. This could potentially lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, such as user credentials or system configuration details. It is important to address this vulnerability promptly to prevent potential data breaches or unauthorized access.

How the module works?

The "Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e - Local File Inclusion" module works by sending HTTP requests to the target system and analyzing the responses for specific patterns. It checks if the target system is vulnerable to local file inclusion by attempting to retrieve the "/etc/passwd" file. The module then applies matching conditions to the response to determine if the vulnerability is present.

An example of an HTTP request sent by this module:

GET /(download)/etc/passwd

The module uses two matching conditions:

- The first condition checks if the response body contains the patterns "root:.*:0:0:" and "bin:.*:1:1". If these patterns are found, it indicates that the "/etc/passwd" file has been successfully retrieved, suggesting a local file inclusion vulnerability. - The second condition checks if the response status code is 200, indicating a successful request. This condition ensures that the module only considers valid responses for further analysis.

If both matching conditions are met, the module reports the presence of the local file inclusion vulnerability in the Samsung WLAN AP WEA453e software.

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