ZDI-CAN-19840: 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-CAN-19840?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-19840 is considered high due to the ability for network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19840?
To fix ZDI-CAN-19840, it is recommended to update the firmware of the NETGEAR RAX30 to the latest available version.
3
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-19840?
ZDI-CAN-19840 affects installations of the NETGEAR RAX30 router.
4
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19840?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-CAN-19840, making it easier for attackers to execute arbitrary code.
5
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-19840?
ZDI-CAN-19840 is a remote code execution vulnerability affecting the NETGEAR RAX30.