CVE-2023-49073: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 8, 2024

Updated

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the boa formFilter functionality of Realtek rtl819x Jungle SDK v3.4.11. A specially crafted series of HTTP requests can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can send a sequence of requests to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Realtek Rtl819x Jungle Software Development Kit=3.4.11

All of the following

Level1 Wbr-6013 Firmware=rer4_a_v3411b_2t2r_lev_09_170623

Level1 Wbr-6013

Event History

Jul 8, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:22 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:22 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·04:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49073?

CVE-2023-49073 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2023-49073?

To fix CVE-2023-49073, update the Realtek rtl819x Jungle SDK to the latest version available that addresses this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-49073?

CVE-2023-49073 affects Realtek RTL819x Jungle SDK version 3.4.11 and specific firmware versions of Level1 WBR-6013.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-49073?

CVE-2023-49073 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

What can an attacker achieve with CVE-2023-49073?

An attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system by exploiting CVE-2023-49073 through crafted HTTP requests.