CVE-2019-17146: D-Link DCS-960L HNAP SOAPAction Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jan 7, 2020
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DCS-960L v1.07.102. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the HNAP service, which listens on TCP port 80 by default. When parsing the SOAPAction request header, the process does not properly validate the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the admin user. Was ZDI-CAN-8458.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DCS-960L. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the HNAP service, which listens on TCP port 80 by default. When parsing the SOAPAction request header, the process does not properly validate the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the admin user.

Affected Software

5 affected components
D-Link DCS-960L
Dlink Dcs-935l Firmware<=1.12.101
Dlink Dcs-935l=ax
Dlink Dcs-960l Firmware<=1.07.102
Dlink Dcs-960l=a

Event History

Jan 7, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 5, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·01:38 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17146?

CVE-2019-17146 is ranked as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-17146?

To fix CVE-2019-17146, update the D-Link DCS-960L firmware to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2019-17146?

CVE-2019-17146 affects D-Link DCS-960L devices running firmware version 1.07.102 or earlier.

4

Can CVE-2019-17146 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-17146 can be exploited remotely as it does not require any form of authentication.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2019-17146?

The impact of CVE-2019-17146 includes the ability for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable device.

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