CVE-2022-37090

H3C H200 H200V100R004 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function Edit_BasicSSID

published August 25, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
68.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A stack overflow in the H3C H200 can turn your network into a hot mess! A single mistake in the Edit_BasicSSID function might be all it takes. 😱 Think of it like a restaurant with a kitchen that can't handle more than a certain number of orders — if too many come in at once, the whole system can crash! While there’s no known exploitation yet, a stack overflow could potentially allow an attacker to manipulate the device’s memory, leading to unexpected behavior or crashes. This could seriously disrupt your network operations and reliability. Ouch!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant with a kitchen that can't handle more than a certain number of orders — if too many come in at once, the whole system can crash! The vulnerability arises from the Edit_BasicSSID function, which does not properly manage memory, leading to a stack overflow condition that could be exploited under certain circumstances.

What to do

While there’s no known exploitation yet, a stack overflow could potentially allow an attacker to manipulate the device’s memory, leading to unexpected behavior or crashes. This could seriously disrupt your network operations and reliability. Ouch! To protect your network, ensure that your devices are updated to the latest firmware version released by H3C. Also, monitor your systems closely for any unusual behavior. Staying proactive is key! You’ve got this! With the right steps, you can keep your network running smoothly and securely. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01200 · 68.0th percentile
Published
2022-08-25T14:04Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 AUG 14:04Z
    H3C H200 H200V100R004 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function Edit_BasicSSID
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