What is the severity of CVE-2024-12988?

The severity of CVE-2024-12988 is classified as critical.

How do I fix CVE-2024-12988?

To fix CVE-2024-12988, update your Netgear R6900P or R7000P router firmware to the latest version.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-12988?

CVE-2024-12988 affects the Netgear R6900P and R7000P routers running firmware version 1.3.3.154.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-12988?

CVE-2024-12988 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the HTTP Header Handler component.

What can be the impact of exploiting CVE-2024-12988?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-12988 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the affected device.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-12988

high

7.5

CWE

120 119

27/12/2024

14/1/2025

CVE-2024-12988: Netgear R6900P/R7000P HTTP Header sub_16C4C buffer overflow

First published: Fri Dec 27 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability has been found in Netgear R6900P and R7000P 1.3.3.154 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function sub_16C4C of the component HTTP Header Handler. The manipulation of the argument Host leads to buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

Credit: cna@vuldb.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Netgear R6900 Firmware
Netgear R7000P

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12988?
The severity of CVE-2024-12988 is classified as critical.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12988?
To fix CVE-2024-12988, update your Netgear R6900P or R7000P router firmware to the latest version.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-12988?
CVE-2024-12988 affects the Netgear R6900P and R7000P routers running firmware version 1.3.3.154.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-12988?
CVE-2024-12988 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the HTTP Header Handler component.
What can be the impact of exploiting CVE-2024-12988?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-12988 can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the affected device.

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