Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

CVE-2024-1179

What is CVE-2024-1179?

The TP-Link Omada ER605 routers are prone to a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability due to improper handling of DHCPv6 client options. This security flaw allows attackers adjacent to the network to execute arbitrary code on the affected devices without the need for authentication. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to significant security breaches, as it enables an attacker to run code in the context of the root user, potentially compromising the integrity of the entire network.

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