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CVE-2017-16296: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jan 11 2023(Updated: )

Multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the PubNub message handler for the "cc" channel of Insteon Hub running firmware version 1012. Specially crafted commands sent through the PubNub service can cause a stack-based buffer overflow overwriting arbitrary data. An attacker should send an authenticated HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability. In cmd s_schd, at 0x9d01a1d4, the value for the `days` key is copied using `strcpy` to the buffer at `$sp+0x2b0`.This buffer is 32 bytes large, sending anything longer will cause a buffer overflow.

Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Insteon Insteon Hub Firmware=1012
Insteon Insteon Hub

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-16296?

    CVE-2017-16296 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-16296?

    To fix CVE-2017-16296, update the Insteon Hub firmware to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2017-16296?

    CVE-2017-16296 affects Insteon Hub running firmware version 1012.

  • What type of attacks can CVE-2017-16296 facilitate?

    CVE-2017-16296 can facilitate remote code execution attacks through specially crafted commands sent via the PubNub service.

  • Is a workaround available for CVE-2017-16296?

    There are currently no known workarounds for CVE-2017-16296 other than applying the firmware update.

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