#VU70033 Buffer overflow in Hardware solutions


Published: 2022-12-07

Vulnerability identifier: #VU70033

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WAC505
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
WAC510
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
WAC540
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
WAC564
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
SRC60
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A local attacker can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://kb.netgear.com/000065322/Security-Advisory-for-Pre-Authentication-Buffer-Overflow-on-Some-Routers-PSV-2022-0061


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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