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CVE-2017-16297: 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 0x9d01a21c, the value for the `oncmd` key is copied using `strcpy` to the buffer at `$sp+0x2d0`.This buffer is 100 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 CVE-2017-16297?

    CVE-2017-16297 is a vulnerability that allows for multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities in the PubNub message handler for the cc channel of Insteon Hub firmware version 1012.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-16297?

    CVE-2017-16297 has a severity rating of 9.9, which is considered critical.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2017-16297?

    Insteon Hub firmware version 1012 is affected by CVE-2017-16297.

  • How can CVE-2017-16297 be exploited?

    Specially crafted commands sent through the PubNub service can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, allowing an attacker to overwrite arbitrary data.

  • Is Insteon Hub vulnerable to CVE-2017-16297?

    No, Insteon Hub itself is not vulnerable to CVE-2017-16297, only the firmware version 1012 is affected.

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