CVE-2019-3929
Published: April 15, 2022
Official Description
Multiple Crestron products are vulnerable to command injection via the file_transfer.cgi HTTP endpoint. A remote, unauthenticated attacker can use this vulnerability to execute operating system commands as root.
CISA KEV Advisory
Crestron Multiple Products Command Injection Vulnerability
Multiple Crestron products are vulnerable to command injection via the file_transfer.cgi HTTP endpoint. A remote, unauthenticated attacker can use this vulnerability to execute operating system commands as root.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
Multiple Crestron products are affected by a command injection vulnerability, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to execute operating system commands as root. The extremely high EPSS score of 0.94343 signifies a very high probability of exploitation, demanding immediate attention. This vulnerability is also confirmed as exploited by CISA.
This vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog. As a remote, unauthenticated command injection, it is easily exploitable over the network.
It is critical to apply the latest security updates provided by Crestron for all affected products. Network segmentation and restricting access to the file_transfer.cgi endpoint can also help reduce exposure.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2019-3929 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2019-3929 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2019-3929 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1