CVE-2024-55544 is a command injection vulnerability categorized under CWE-77, found in the web interface of the ORing IAP-420 industrial device, specifically in versions 2.01e and earlier. The vulnerability stems from missing or insufficient input validation on commands submitted via the device’s web management interface. An authenticated attacker with low privileges can exploit this flaw to inject and execute arbitrary operating system commands on the device. The vulnerability does not require user interaction and can be exploited remotely over the network, given network access to the device’s management interface. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 8.7 reflects its high severity, with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no user interaction, and partial privileges required. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to manipulate device functions, disrupt operations, exfiltrate sensitive data, or pivot to other network segments. The device is typically deployed in industrial environments, including manufacturing and critical infrastructure sectors, where such compromise could have severe operational consequences. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability’s characteristics make it a prime candidate for future exploitation. The lack of available patches at the time of disclosure necessitates immediate interim mitigations to reduce exposure.

For European organizations, especially those in industrial automation, manufacturing, energy, and critical infrastructure sectors, this vulnerability poses a significant risk. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized control over industrial devices, causing operational disruptions, safety hazards, and potential data breaches. The integrity and availability of critical systems could be compromised, leading to production downtime and financial losses. Additionally, attackers could use compromised devices as footholds to move laterally within networks, escalating attacks to more sensitive systems. Given the strategic importance of industrial control systems in Europe’s economy and infrastructure, the impact extends beyond individual organizations to national security concerns. The vulnerability’s ease of exploitation and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability make it a critical threat that requires urgent attention.

1. Immediately restrict access to the ORing IAP-420 web management interface to trusted administrators via network segmentation and firewall rules. 2. Implement strong authentication mechanisms and monitor for unusual login attempts or command execution patterns. 3. Disable or limit web interface access if not strictly necessary, using out-of-band management where possible. 4. Apply vendor patches as soon as they become available; maintain close communication with ORing for updates. 5. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability scans on industrial devices to detect unauthorized changes or suspicious activity. 6. Employ intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) tailored for industrial protocols to identify exploitation attempts. 7. Educate operational technology (OT) staff on secure device configuration and incident response procedures. 8. Maintain up-to-date backups and incident response plans to quickly recover from potential compromises.