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

Published Sep 18, 2023
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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.

Affected Software

2 affected components
ASUS Rt-ax88u Firmware<3.0.0.4.388.23748
ASUS RT-AX88U

Remediation

Information

Update the version to 3.0.0.4_388_23748 or later.

Event History

Sep 18, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:36 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:36 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?

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

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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