ZDI-23-499: (Pwn2Own) NETGEAR RAX30 soap_serverd Stack-based Buffer Overflow Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
Published May 1, 2023
·Updated
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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Netgear RAX30
Event History
May 1, 2023
Advisory Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
05:00 AM
Description
Mar 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·07:22 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of ZDI-23-499?
The severity of ZDI-23-499 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution without authentication.
2
How do I fix ZDI-23-499?
To fix ZDI-23-499, you should apply the latest firmware update provided by NETGEAR for the RAX30 router.
3
Who is affected by ZDI-23-499?
ZDI-23-499 affects users of NETGEAR RAX30 routers that have not been updated to the latest security firmware.
4
Can ZDI-23-499 be exploited remotely?
Yes, ZDI-23-499 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers without any required authentication.
5
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-23-499?
ZDI-23-499 is classified as a vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution.