lwIP TCP/IP Stack MQTT Client Application
Overview
A serious vulnerability has been discovered in the lwIP TCP/IP Stack MQTT Client Application, affecting versions 2.0.1 and 2.2.1. If exploited, attackers could gain full code execution on affected devices, posing significant risks to security. Users are urged to update to the latest version of lwIP, which includes a crucial fix. The vulnerability was reported by Shahriyar Jalayeri of ByteRay Ltd. Although no public exploitation has been reported yet, organizations are advised to take preventive measures, such as minimizing network exposure and using secure remote access methods. This incident emphasizes the need for ongoing vigilance in cybersecurity practices.
Key Takeaways
- Affected Systems: lwIP TCP/IP Stack MQTT Client Application versions >=2.0.1, =2.0.1, <=2.2.1
- Action Required: Users should update their lwIP version using the repository at https://savannah.
- Timeline: Newly disclosed
Original Article Summary
View CSAF Summary Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain full code execution on the device. The following versions of lwIP TCP/IP Stack MQTT Client Application are affected: MQTT Client Application >=2.0.1|=2.0.1|<=2.2.1 Product Status: known_affected Remediations Mitigation Users of lwIP are encouraged to update their version of lwIP using the repository found at https://savannah.nongnu.org/projects/lwip. The commit identifier that contains the fix is f89407ea711879c04d91c92b35d67be78bbaf0f1. Relevant CWE: CWE-787 Out-of-bounds Write Metrics CVSS Version Base Score Base Severity Vector String 3.1 9.8 CRITICAL CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H 4.0 9.3 CRITICAL CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N Acknowledgments Shahriyar Jalayeri of ByteRay Ltd. reported this vulnerability to CISA. Legal Notice and Terms of Use This product is provided subject to this Notification (https://www.cisa.gov/notification) and this Privacy & Use policy (https://www.cisa.gov/privacy-policy). Recommended Practices CISA recommends users take defensive measures to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability. Minimize network exposure for all control system devices and/or systems, ensuring they are not accessible from the internet. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolating them from business networks. When remote access is required, use more secure methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), recognizing VPNs may have vulnerabilities and should be updated to the most current version available. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices. CISA reminds organizations to perform proper impact analysis and risk assessment prior to deploying defensive measures. CISA also provides a section for control systems security recommended practices on the ICS webpage on cisa.gov/ics. Several CISA products detailing cyber defense best practices are available for reading and download, including Improving Industrial Control Systems Cybersecurity with Defense-in-Depth Strategies. CISA encourages organizations to implement recommended cybersecurity strategies for proactive defense of ICS assets. Additional mitigation guidance and recommended practices are publicly available on the ICS webpage at cisa.gov/ics in the technical information paper, ICS-TIP-12-146-01B--Targeted Cyber Intrusion Detection and Mitigation Strategies. Organizations observing suspected malicious activity should follow established internal procedures and report findings to CISA for tracking and correlation against other incidents. CISA also recommends users take the following measures to protect themselves from social engineering attacks: Do not click web links or open attachments in unsolicited email messages. Refer to Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams for more information on avoiding email scams. Refer to Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks for more information on social engineering attacks. No known public exploitation specifically targeting this vulnerability has been reported to CISA at this time. Revision History Initial Release Date: 2026-09-22 Date Revision Summary 2026-09-22 1 Initial Publication Legal Notice and Terms of Use
Impact
lwIP TCP/IP Stack MQTT Client Application versions >=2.0.1, =2.0.1, <=2.2.1
Exploitation Status
No active exploitation has been reported at this time. However, organizations should still apply patches promptly as proof-of-concept code may exist.
Timeline
Newly disclosed
Remediation
Users should update their lwIP version using the repository at https://savannah.nongnu.org/projects/lwip. The commit identifier with the fix is f89407ea711879c04d91c92b35d67be78bbaf0f1.
Additional Information
This threat intelligence is aggregated from trusted cybersecurity sources. For the most up-to-date information, technical details, and official vendor guidance, please refer to the original article linked below.
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