CVE-2025-24938 is a command injection vulnerability identified in Nokia WaveSuite NOC, specifically affecting versions WS-NOC 24.6, 23.6, and 23.12. The vulnerability arises because the web application improperly filters user input before passing it to an operating system command. This flaw exists in the user management functionality, particularly when creating a new user. An attacker with high privileged access (administrator level) to the application can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system with the privileges of the webserver process. The vulnerability is bound to the network stack, meaning that the attack surface extends potentially to the entire Internet, increasing the risk of remote exploitation. However, exploitation requires the attacker to already have administrative access to the WaveSuite NOC application, which limits the initial attack vector to insiders or attackers who have compromised admin credentials. No known public exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no CVSS score has been assigned yet. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to escalate privileges, manipulate system files, disrupt services, or pivot within the network, depending on the webserver's operating system permissions and network architecture.

For European organizations using Nokia WaveSuite NOC, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to network operations and security management. WaveSuite NOC is a network operations center tool used for managing and monitoring network infrastructure, so compromise could lead to unauthorized control over network devices and configurations. If exploited, attackers could execute arbitrary commands on the host OS, potentially leading to data breaches, service disruptions, or lateral movement within the network. Given that the vulnerability requires administrative access, the impact is amplified if credential theft or insider threats are present. European telecom operators, ISPs, and large enterprises relying on WaveSuite NOC for network management could face operational outages, regulatory non-compliance (e.g., GDPR breaches if personal data is exposed), and reputational damage. The broad network exposure increases the risk of remote exploitation attempts, especially if administrative interfaces are exposed or poorly segmented.

1. Immediate patching: Nokia should be engaged to provide patches or updates addressing this vulnerability. Organizations should prioritize upgrading to fixed versions once available. 2. Restrict administrative access: Limit WaveSuite NOC administrative access to trusted personnel and secure it behind strong authentication mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication (MFA). 3. Network segmentation: Isolate the WaveSuite NOC management interfaces from the public Internet and restrict access via VPN or dedicated management networks. 4. Input validation and monitoring: Implement additional input validation controls at the application or web server level to detect and block suspicious command injection attempts. 5. Audit and monitor logs: Continuously monitor application and OS logs for unusual command execution patterns or unauthorized administrative actions. 6. Credential management: Enforce strong password policies and monitor for credential compromise to reduce the risk of attackers gaining administrative access. 7. Incident response readiness: Prepare for potential exploitation by having incident response plans tailored to WaveSuite NOC compromise scenarios.