CVE-2023-27369: (Pwn2Own) NETGEAR RAX30 soap_serverd Stack-based Buffer Overflow Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
NETGEAR RAX30 soapserverd Stack-based Buffer Overflow Authentication Bypass Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of NETGEAR RAX30. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the soapserverd binary. When parsing the request headers, the process does not properly validate the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system. Was ZDI-CAN-19840.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-27369?
CVE-2023-27369 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2023-27369?
To fix CVE-2023-27369, update the NETGEAR RAX30 firmware to version 1.0.10.94 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-27369?
Users of NETGEAR RAX30 routers running firmware versions prior to 1.0.10.94 are affected by CVE-2023-27369.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-27369?
CVE-2023-27369 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to authentication bypass.
Can CVE-2023-27369 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-27369 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers without requiring authentication.