Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Router WNR2000v5
CVE-2016-10174

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor: Netgear
Status: Wnr2000v5 Firmware
Vendor: CVE Published:; 30 January 2017

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 89%🦅 CISA Reported

What is CVE-2016-10174?

The NETGEAR WNR2000v5 router is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability within the hidden_lang_avi parameter. This flaw manifests when the URL /apply.cgi?/lang_check.html is invoked. Attackers lacking authentication can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code remotely, posing significant security risks for devices utilizing this router.

CISA has reported CVE-2016-10174

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed CVE-2016-10174 as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

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CVE-2016-10174 - Proof of Concept