CVE-2017-16340: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Aug 02 2018(Updated: )
An attacker could send an authenticated HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability in Insteon Hub running firmware version 1012. At 0x9d01c0e8 the value for the s_dport key is copied using strcpy to the buffer at 0xa000180c. This buffer is 6 bytes large, sending anything longer will cause a buffer overflow.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Insteon Hub Firmware | =1012 | |
| INSTEON Hub |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16340?
CVE-2017-16340 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential buffer overflow exploits.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16340?
To fix CVE-2017-16340, update the Insteon Hub firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-16340?
CVE-2017-16340 can be exploited through authenticated HTTP requests to trigger a buffer overflow.
Which version of Insteon Hub is affected by CVE-2017-16340?
CVE-2017-16340 affects Insteon Hub firmware version 1012.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-16340?
The impact of CVE-2017-16340 is that it can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow.
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