CVE-2024-29454
Remote Command Execution Vulnerability in ROS2 Humble Hawksbill
Remote Command Execution
TBD
The Open Source Robotics Foundation (OSRF)
ROS2 Humble Hawksbill (ROS_VERSION=2 and ROS_PYTHON_VERSION=3)
A critical vulnerability has been identified in ROS2 Humble Hawksbill, particularly in configurations with ROS_VERSION=2 and ROS_PYTHON_VERSION=3. The affected components, including packages or nodes within the ROS2 system, are vulnerable to remote command execution attacks. This flaw could allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the system from remote locations, potentially leading to unauthorized system control, data breaches, system and network compromise, operational disruption, and the introduction of malware or ransomware, thereby posing significant safety risks.
The exploitation of this vulnerability grants attackers the capability to remotely execute commands on affected ROS2 nodes or packages. This can lead to a wide range of adverse impacts, including unauthorized system control, privacy violations, system and network compromise, operational disruptions, and the introduction of malicious software. The severity and extent of the impact depend on the nature of the executed commands and the roles and permissions of the compromised nodes or packages.
This vulnerability can be exploited through various methods, including exploiting network protocols, phishing or social engineering tactics, malicious code injection, and compromised application interfaces. Attackers might use these methods to deliver and execute malicious commands or scripts within the ROS2 environment.
It is strongly recommended that users of ROS2 Humble Hawksbill immediately update to the latest version of the software, where this vulnerability has been addressed. Developers and system administrators should also review and strengthen the security of their network protocols and application interfaces to prevent exploitation.
Until a patch can be applied, users should minimize the risk of exploitation by closely monitoring and filtering incoming network traffic, implementing strict access controls, and regularly auditing the security of application interfaces. Employing network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) and application layer firewalls may also help detect and block attempts to exploit this vulnerability.
Confirmed and published.
Yash Patel and Dr. Parag Rughani
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