CVE-2025-50617: Buffer Overflow
A buffer overflow vulnerability has been discovered in Netis WF2880 v2.1.40207 in the FUN0046ed68 function of the cgitest.cgi file. Attackers can trigger this vulnerability by controlling the value of wpsset in the payload, which can cause the program to crash and potentially lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-50617?
CVE-2025-50617 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause Denial of Service by crashing the affected system.
How do I fix CVE-2025-50617?
To mitigate CVE-2025-50617, update the firmware of Netis WF2880 to a version that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
What is affected by CVE-2025-50617?
CVE-2025-50617 specifically affects the Netis WF2880 router running firmware version 2.1.40207.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2025-50617?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2025-50617 by sending specially crafted payloads that manipulate the wps_set parameter, resulting in a buffer overflow.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2025-50617?
The exploitation of CVE-2025-50617 may lead to system crashes and Denial of Service, impacting the availability of the network resource.