CVE-2023-26609Tvip 20000-21150 Firmware Vulnerability
ABUS TVIP 20000-21150 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin/mft/wireless_mft ap field.
Published Feb 26, 2023 · Updated May 5, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-26609 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v3.1) affecting Tvip 20000-21150 Firmware (Abus).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jul 12, 2015. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
39%
Higher than 98.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
39/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Jul 12, 2015
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
2
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
12
Reports of active use
Description
ABUS TVIP 20000-21150 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin/mft/wireless_mft ap field.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 12, 2015 | n/a | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 12, 2015 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Tvip 20000-21150 FirmwareAbus | See advisory | n/a |
Timeline
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 12, 2015
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 12, 2015
Publicly disclosed
Feb 26, 2023
Last updated
May 5, 2025
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
ABUS TVIP 20000-21150 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin/mft/wireless_mft ap field.
Affected: Tvip 20000-21150 Firmware (Abus). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jul 12, 2015.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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