CVE-2019-17094: Stack-Based Overflow vulnerability in Belkin WeMo Insights Switch

Published Jan 27, 2020
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Updated

A Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in libbelkinapi.so component of Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware allows a local attacker to obtain code execution on the device. This issue affects: Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware version 2.00.11396 and prior versions.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware<2.00.11396
Belkin WeMo Insight Switch

Remediation

Information

Update to the latest firmware version available.

Event History

Jan 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:14 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-17094?

CVE-2019-17094 is a Stack-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in the Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware.

2

How does CVE-2019-17094 affect Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware?

CVE-2019-17094 allows a local attacker to obtain code execution on the device.

3

Which version of Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware is affected by CVE-2019-17094?

Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware version 2.00.11396 and prior versions are affected.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17094?

CVE-2019-17094 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-17094?

To fix CVE-2019-17094, update the Belkin WeMo Insight Switch firmware to a version beyond 2.00.11396.

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