CVE-2023-51635: (Pwn2Own) NETGEAR RAX30 fing_dil Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 22, 2024
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NETGEAR RAX30 fingdil Stack-based Buffer Overflow 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 fingdil service. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-19843.

Affected Software

3 affected components
All of the following
Netgear RAX30 firmware<1.0.12.100_hotfix
Netgear RAX30
Netgear RAX30

Event History

Nov 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:04 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:25 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51635?

CVE-2023-51635 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution without authentication.

2

How can I mitigate CVE-2023-51635?

To mitigate CVE-2023-51635, update your NETGEAR RAX30 router firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-51635?

CVE-2023-51635 affects NETGEAR RAX30 routers and their associated firmware versions up to 1.0.12.100_hotfix.

4

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-51635?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-51635, making it particularly dangerous.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-51635?

CVE-2023-51635 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.

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