What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2023-41349.

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-41349?

The severity level of CVE-2023-41349 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

What is the affected software?

The affected software for CVE-2023-41349 is ASUS router RT-AX88U firmware version up to and including 3.0.0.4.388.23748.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-41349?

There is no information available about a fix for CVE-2023-41349 at the moment. It is recommended to follow the official guidance of the software vendor for any updates or patches.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-41349

high

8.8

CWE

134

18/9/2023

25/9/2024

CVE-2023-41349: ASUS RT-AX88U - externally-controlled format string

Q: How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-41349?

An authenticated remote attacker can exploit CVE-2023-41349 by using externally controllable format strings within the Advanced Open VPN function of ASUS router RT-AX88U's firmware.

First published: Mon Sep 18 2023(Updated: )

ASUS router RT-AX88U has a vulnerability of using externally controllable format strings within its Advanced Open VPN function. An authenticated remote attacker can exploit the exported OpenVPN configuration to execute an externally-controlled format string attack, resulting in sensitivity information leakage, or forcing the device to reset and permanent denial of service.

Credit: twcert@cert.org.tw twcert@cert.org.tw

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Asus Rt-ax88u Firmware	<3.0.0.4.388.23748
ASUS RT-AX88U

Remedy

Update the version to 3.0.0.4_388_23748 or later.

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Reference Links

https://www.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-7371-aecf1-1.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2023-41349.
What is the severity level of CVE-2023-41349?
The severity level of CVE-2023-41349 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.
What is the affected software?
The affected software for CVE-2023-41349 is ASUS router RT-AX88U firmware version up to and including 3.0.0.4.388.23748.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2023-41349?
An authenticated remote attacker can exploit CVE-2023-41349 by using externally controllable format strings within the Advanced Open VPN function of ASUS router RT-AX88U's firmware.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-41349?
There is no information available about a fix for CVE-2023-41349 at the moment. It is recommended to follow the official guidance of the software vendor for any updates or patches.

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