CVE-2025-41269: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Waterfall WF-500
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in the Console WebUI in Waterfall WF-500 TX and RX Hosts in version 7.9.1.0 R2502171040 that allows remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the device.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2025-41269) affects Waterfall WF-500 TX and RX Hosts version 7.9.1.0, specifically the Console WebUI component. It is an OS command injection flaw categorized under CWE-78, where special elements in OS commands are not properly neutralized. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands without authentication. The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3 reflects high impact and ease of exploitation. No patch or official remediation level has been disclosed by the vendor as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation enables remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the affected Waterfall WF-500 devices. This can lead to full compromise of the device, potentially allowing attackers to control device functions, disrupt operations, or pivot within the network. The critical CVSS score reflects the high risk and potential impact of this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the Console WebUI interface to trusted administrators only and monitor for any unusual activity targeting this interface. Do not expose the affected devices' management interfaces to untrusted networks.
CVE-2025-41269: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Waterfall WF-500
Description
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in the Console WebUI in Waterfall WF-500 TX and RX Hosts in version 7.9.1.0 R2502171040 that allows remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the device.
CVSS v4.0
Score 9.3critical
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2025-41269) affects Waterfall WF-500 TX and RX Hosts version 7.9.1.0, specifically the Console WebUI component. It is an OS command injection flaw categorized under CWE-78, where special elements in OS commands are not properly neutralized. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands without authentication. The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3 reflects high impact and ease of exploitation. No patch or official remediation level has been disclosed by the vendor as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation enables remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the affected Waterfall WF-500 devices. This can lead to full compromise of the device, potentially allowing attackers to control device functions, disrupt operations, or pivot within the network. The critical CVSS score reflects the high risk and potential impact of this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the Console WebUI interface to trusted administrators only and monitor for any unusual activity targeting this interface. Do not expose the affected devices' management interfaces to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Nozomi
- Date Reserved
- 2025-04-16T09:53:41.254Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a197d16e29bf47b50e0e3ef
Added to database: 5/29/2026, 11:48:38 AM
Last enriched: 5/29/2026, 12:04:48 PM
Last updated: 5/31/2026, 4:53:10 AM
Views: 6
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