CVE-2022-37096

H3C H200 H200V100R004 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function EnableIpv6

published August 25, 2022

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

⚠️ A stack overflow in the EnableIpv6 function could lead to unexpected behavior—like a traffic jam on the information highway! 🚦 Think of it like a restaurant where a sudden influx of orders overwhelms the kitchen, causing all kinds of chaos. In this case, the stack overflow can make the system act unpredictably, just like those overworked chefs might misplace your order or serve it cold! If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to instability in the system, potentially crashing services or causing unexpected behavior. While it’s not currently known to be actively exploited, it’s always better to be proactive than reactive!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where a sudden influx of orders overwhelms the kitchen, causing all kinds of chaos. In this case, the stack overflow can make the system act unpredictably, just like those overworked chefs might misplace your order or serve it cold! The vulnerability arises from a stack overflow in the EnableIpv6 function, allowing an attacker to introduce more data than the stack can handle, which can lead to crashes or erratic program behavior.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to instability in the system, potentially crashing services or causing unexpected behavior. While it’s not currently known to be actively exploited, it’s always better to be proactive than reactive! To mitigate this vulnerability, update to the latest firmware version from H3C and ensure that any unnecessary features are disabled. Regularly monitor for updates and patch as they become available. It's crucial to keep your devices secure! You’ve got this—staying vigilant and proactive will keep your systems running smoothly! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01200 · 67.9th 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 EnableIpv6
    cvelistv5