Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in NETGEAR Router WNR2000v5
CVE-2016-10174
Key Information:
- Vendor
Netgear
- Status
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 30 January 2017
Badges
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.
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
EPSS Score
91% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
- 👾
Exploit known to exist
- 🦅
CISA Reported
- 🟡
Public PoC available
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved