NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System ZipUtils Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-41182

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Netgear
Status
Prosafe Network Management System
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

Summary

The vulnerability in NETGEAR ProSAFE Network Management System arises from a flaw in the ZipUtils class, where it inadequately validates user-supplied paths during file operations. This oversight makes it possible for remote attackers, even with authentication, to bypass security mechanisms and execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Proper safeguards are essential to mitigate potential risks associated with this vulnerability, as it could lead to significant compromises in secure network management.

Affected Version(s)

ProSAFE Network Management System 1.7.0.12 (Win64)

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1284/
x_research-advisory
https://kb.netgear.com/000065705/Security-Advisory-for-Po...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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