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Advisory Published
Advisory Published

ZDI-23-499: (Pwn2Own) NETGEAR RAX30 soap_serverd Stack-based Buffer Overflow Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

First published: Mon May 01 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Netgear RAX30

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Can ZDI-23-499 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, ZDI-23-499 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers without any required authentication.

  • What type of vulnerability is ZDI-23-499?

    ZDI-23-499 is classified as a vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution.

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