CVE-2022-36516

H3C GR-1200W MiniGRW1A0V100R006 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function ap_version_check

published August 25, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A stack overflow lurking in H3C GR-1200W could turn into a slippery slope! This tiny device might just spill its guts if the wrong input comes knocking! 🔥 Think of it like a soda bottle that's been shaken up too much — one little poke can cause a fizzy eruption if it’s not managed properly. In this case, a function that doesn't handle inputs correctly could overflow and disrupt the whole service. If exploited, an attacker could potentially crash the device or trigger unexpected behavior. This means service interruptions and a headache for anyone relying on this hardware. Just imagine users getting booted off the Wi-Fi mid-video call — absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a soda bottle that's been shaken up too much — one little poke can cause a fizzy eruption if it’s not managed properly. In this case, a function that doesn't handle inputs correctly could overflow and disrupt the whole service. The vulnerability arises in the 'ap_version_check' function, which doesn't properly manage memory allocation. This allows for a stack overflow, where excess data can overwrite critical memory, causing crashes or unpredictable behaviors.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially crash the device or trigger unexpected behavior. This means service interruptions and a headache for anyone relying on this hardware. Just imagine users getting booted off the Wi-Fi mid-video call — absolutely devastating! While there's no known exploitation yet, it's wise to keep an eye out for firmware updates from H3C and apply them as soon as they’re available. Regularly test your configurations to ensure they withstand likely inputs. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep those devices updated to maintain a secure environment. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01198 · 67.9th percentile
Published
2022-08-25T13:58Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 AUG 13:58Z
    H3C GR-1200W MiniGRW1A0V100R006 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function ap_version_check
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