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CVE-2023-35722: NETGEAR RAX30 UPnP Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Fri May 03 2024(Updated: )

NETGEAR RAX30 UPnP Command 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 UPnP port mapping requests. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-20429.

Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netgear RAX30
All of
NETGEAR RAX30 firmware<1.0.11.96_2_hotfix
Netgear RAX30

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-35722?

    CVE-2023-35722 has a critical severity level as it allows remote code execution without authentication.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-35722?

    To fix CVE-2023-35722, update your NETGEAR RAX30 router firmware to version 1.0.11.96_2_hotfix or later.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2023-35722 facilitate?

    CVE-2023-35722 can facilitate remote code execution attacks by allowing unauthorized users to execute arbitrary code.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-35722?

    Users of NETGEAR RAX30 routers with firmware versions prior to 1.0.11.96_2_hotfix are affected by CVE-2023-35722.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-35722?

    No, CVE-2023-35722 can be exploited without any authentication.

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