CVE-2018-12706

DIGISOL DG-BR4000NG devices have a Buffer Overflow via a long Authorization HTTP header

published June 24, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
10%
Percentile
95.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A long Authorization HTTP header is the sneaky culprit here! This buffer overflow vulnerability in DIGISOL DG-BR4000NG devices could let an attacker crash the device or worse! 🔥 Think of it like a waiter who keeps stacking plates higher and higher without checking if there's room on the table. Eventually, that tower of plates will come crashing down, potentially causing a big mess! If exploited, an attacker could cause the device to malfunction or even execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing unauthorized access to the network. This could lead to a loss of control over the device and expose sensitive information. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who keeps stacking plates higher and higher without checking if there's room on the table. Eventually, that tower of plates will come crashing down, potentially causing a big mess! This vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow caused by an overly long Authorization HTTP header, which can lead to unpredictable behavior in the DG-BR4000NG device.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could cause the device to malfunction or even execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing unauthorized access to the network. This could lead to a loss of control over the device and expose sensitive information. Yikes! To mitigate this risk, ensure your firmware is up to date. Monitor logs for unusual header lengths and consider implementing strict input validation. Don't wait—act now to protect your network! You've got this! With a little vigilance and these steps, you can keep your devices safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09911 · 95.6th percentile
Published
2018-06-24T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 JUN 23:00Z
    DIGISOL DG-BR4000NG devices have a Buffer Overflow via a long Authorization HTTP header
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