CVE-2009-20009: Belkin Bulldog Plus Web Service Buffer Overflow
Belkin Bulldog Plus version 4.0.2 build 1219 contains a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in its web service authentication handler. When a specially crafted HTTP request is sent with an oversized Authorization header, the application fails to properly validate the input length before copying it into a fixed-size buffer, resulting in memory corruption and potential remote code execution. Exploitation requires network access and does not require prior authentication.
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What is the severity of CVE-2009-20009?
CVE-2009-20009 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2009-20009?
To fix CVE-2009-20009, it is recommended to update to a newer version of Belkin Bulldog Plus that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-20009?
CVE-2009-20009 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in the web service authentication handler of Belkin Bulldog Plus.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2009-20009?
The impacts of CVE-2009-20009 may include unauthorized access, data corruption, or execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-20009?
CVE-2009-20009 affects users of Belkin Bulldog Plus version 4.0.2 build 1219 and earlier versions.