ZDI-23-500: (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. 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-23-500?
The severity of ZDI-23-500 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution by an unauthenticated attacker.
2
How do I fix ZDI-23-500?
To fix ZDI-23-500, it is recommended to update the NETGEAR RAX30 firmware to the latest version released by NETGEAR.
3
Who is affected by ZDI-23-500?
NETGEAR RAX30 users are affected by ZDI-23-500, specifically those with vulnerable installations.
4
What type of attack does ZDI-23-500 facilitate?
ZDI-23-500 facilitates remote code execution attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected device.
5
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-23-500?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-23-500, making it particularly dangerous.