CVE-2023-50243: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 8, 2024

Updated

Two stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the boa formIpQoS functionality of Realtek rtl819x Jungle SDK v3.4.11. A specially crafted series of HTTP requests can lead to remote code execution. An attacker can send a series of HTTP requests to trigger these vulnerabilities.This stack-based buffer overflow is related to the comment request's parameter.

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-2023-50243?

CVE-2023-50243 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2023-50243?

To mitigate CVE-2023-50243, update to the latest version of the Realtek RTL819x Jungle SDK or any affected firmware that addresses this vulnerability.

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2023-50243?

CVE-2023-50243 affects devices using Realtek RTL819x Jungle SDK v3.4.11 and specific firmware versions like Level1 WBR-6013.

What is the exploit mechanism of CVE-2023-50243?

CVE-2023-50243 can be exploited through specially crafted HTTP requests that trigger stack-based buffer overflows.

Is remote code execution possible with CVE-2023-50243?

Yes, CVE-2023-50243 allows for remote code execution if an attacker successfully exploits the stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities.