Vulnerability identifier: #VU86615
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-134
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
ATP series
Hardware solutions /
Routers for home users
USG FLEX series
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
USG FLEX 50W
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
USG20W-VPN
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: ZyXEL Communications Corp.
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.
The vulnerability exists due to a format string error. A remote user on the local network can supply a specially crafted input that contains format string specifiers and cause a denial of service condition on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
ATP series: 5.10 - 5.37 Patch 1
USG FLEX series: 5.10 - 5.37 Patch 1
USG FLEX 50W: 5.10 - 5.37 Patch 1
USG20W-VPN: 5.10 - 5.37 Patch 1
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.