CVE-2017-16306CWE-121

Multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the PubNub message handler for the "cc" channel of Insteon Hub running firmware version 1012

High · published January 11, 2023

CVSS v3.0
8.5
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Watch out for this sneaky buffer overflow hiding in the PubNub handler of Insteon Hub firmware 1012! An authenticated user can fire off crafted commands that overflow the stack like a messy overfilled cup of coffee. ☕️ Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant not paying attention to portion sizes. If a chef mistakenly adds way too much sauce to a dish, it spills over, causing a messy situation. Similarly, if the `flg` value sent is longer than the buffer can handle, it spills over and overwrites other crucial data. An attacker could exploit this overflow to manipulate the system, potentially gaining unauthorized access or causing a crash. Imagine someone sneaking backstage at a concert and messing with the sound system—absolute chaos could ensue!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a restaurant not paying attention to portion sizes. If a chef mistakenly adds way too much sauce to a dish, it spills over, causing a messy situation. Similarly, if the `flg` value sent is longer than the buffer can handle, it spills over and overwrites other crucial data. Multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the PubNub message handler for the Insteon Hub, where specially crafted commands can overwrite memory data due to inadequate buffer size. This flaw specifically arises when the `flg` key is copied into a 16-byte buffer using `strcpy`, allowing potential overwrite of adjacent memory.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this overflow to manipulate the system, potentially gaining unauthorized access or causing a crash. Imagine someone sneaking backstage at a concert and messing with the sound system—absolute chaos could ensue! To safeguard against this vulnerability, ensure you update the Insteon Hub firmware to the latest version that addresses these issues. Limit access to the PubNub service and consider implementing stricter input validation to prevent oversized commands from being accepted. 🛡️ You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll fortify your defenses and ensure your system stays safe and sound! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.0
8.5 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00673 · 51.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-121 · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Published
2023-01-11T21:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 JAN 21:39Z
    Multiple exploitable buffer overflow vulnerabilities exist in the PubNub message handler for the "cc" channel of Insteon Hub running firmware version 1012
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