CVE-2017-18046: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 21, 2018
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Updated

Buffer overflow on Dasan GPON ONT WiFi Router H640X 12.02-01121 2.77p1-1124 and 3.03p2-1146 devices allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long POST request to the loginaction function in /cgi-bin/loginaction.cgi (aka cgipage.cgi).

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dasannetworks H640x Firmware=2.77p1-1124
Dasannetworks H640x Firmware=3.03p2-1146
Dasannetworks H640x Firmware=12.02-01121
Dasannetworks H640x

Event History

Jan 21, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
May 2, 2018
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:45 AM
Aug 5, 2024
News Published
via BleepingComputer·07:39 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18046?

CVE-2017-18046 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18046?

To mitigate CVE-2017-18046, update the firmware of the Dasan GPON ONT WiFi Router H640X to a version that does not contain the buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2017-18046?

CVE-2017-18046 affects Dasan GPON ONT WiFi Router H640X devices running firmware versions 2.77p1-1124, 3.03p2-1146, and 12.02-01121.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2017-18046 exploit?

CVE-2017-18046 can be exploited through a long POST request to the login_action function in the router's CGI scripts.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2017-18046 until a fix is available?

A practical workaround for CVE-2017-18046 includes disabling remote management features on the Dasan GPON ONT WiFi Router H640X.

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