CVE-2023-53774: minidvblinux Missing Auth — Exploit

Description

MiniDVBLinux 5.4 contains a remote code execution vulnerability in the SVDRP protocol that allows remote attackers to send commands to manipulate TV systems. Attackers can send crafted SVDRP commands through the svdrpsend.sh script to execute messages and potentially control the video disk recorder remotely.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-306 Missing Authentication

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
minidvblinux	minidvblinux	< 5.4

References

Exploits

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51093 https://www.zeroscience.mk/en/vulnerabilities/ZSL-2022-5714.php

Other References

https://www.linuxtv.org/vdrwiki/index.php/SVDRP#The_commands https://www.minidvblinux.de https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/minidvblinux-simple-videodiskrecorder-protocol-remote-code-execution

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-53774? +

MiniDVBLinux 5.4 contains a remote code execution vulnerability in the SVDRP protocol that allows remote attackers to send commands to manipulate TV systems. Attackers can send crafted SVDRP commands through the svdrpsend.sh script to execute messages and potentially control the video disk recorder remotely. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2023-53774? +

CVE-2023-53774 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-53774? +

CVE-2023-53774 affects products from minidvblinux, specifically: minidvblinux. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-53774? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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