CVE-2023-27358: (Pwn2Own) NETGEAR RAX30 SOAP Request SQL Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

NETGEAR RAX30 SOAP Request SQL Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR RAX30 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the handling of specific SOAP requests. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the service account. Was ZDI-CAN-19754.

Affected Software

11 affected components
Netgear RAX30
All of the following
Netgear RAX30 firmware<1.0.10.94
Netgear RAX30
All of the following
Netgear RAXE300 firmware<1.0.10.94
Netgear RAXE300
All of the following
Netgear Rax40 Firmware<1.0.10.94
Netgear RAX40
All of the following
Netgear Rax35 Firmware<1.0.10.94
Netgear RAX35
All of the following
Netgear Rax38 Firmware<1.0.10.94
Netgear RAX38

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:56 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:22 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27358?

CVE-2023-27358 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-27358?

To fix CVE-2023-27358, update your NETGEAR RAX30 router firmware to the latest version.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2023-27358?

CVE-2023-27358 affects NETGEAR RAX30 routers and specific firmware versions up to 1.0.10.94.

4

Can CVE-2023-27358 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-27358 can be exploited remotely by network-adjacent attackers.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-27358?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-27358.

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